Asus ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard - Manual (Page 50)

2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
Chapter 2
3. Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between installing M.2 of
different lengths, please refer to the different types and their installation steps below:
• To install an M.2 to M.2_1 slot
For 22110 length
A. Remove the pre-installed M.2 Q-latch at the 2280 length screw hole by
rotating the handle counterclockwise then pushing it towards the M.2 slot
and removing it from the latch hole.
B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad.
C. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch at the 22110 position so that the handle
points away from the M.2 slot.
M.2 Q-Latch