Intel Optane memory
Intel Optane memory functions as a storage accelerator. It accelerates the computer and any type of SATA-based storage media such as
hard drives and Solid-State Drives (SSDs).
NOTE:
Intel Optane memory is supported on computers that meet the following requirements:
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Generation or higher Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processor
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Windows 10 64-bit version or higher (Anniversary Update)
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Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.5 or higher
Table 5. Intel Optane memory
Interface
Connector
Configurations supported
NOTE:
For more information about enabling or disabling the Intel Optane memory, see
Intel Optane
memory.
Ports and connectors
Table 6. Ports and connectors
External:
Network
USB/Video
Audio
Table 7. Ports and connectors
Internal:
M.2 card
Communications
Table 8. Supported communications
Ethernet
Wireless
PCIe Gen 3 x2, NVMe
M.2
16 GB and 32 GB
Enabling Intel Optane memory
One RJ-45 port
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One USB 3.1 Gen 1 port with Power Delivery
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Two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
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One Thunderbolt 3 (USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C) port/DisplayPort
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One HDMI port
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port
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One M.2 slot for Solid-State Drive (SSD)
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One M.2 slot for wireless/bluetooth combo card
10/100/1000 Mbps controller integrated on the system board
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Wi-Fi 802.11ac
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Bluetooth 4.2
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Miracast
or
Disabling
Specifications
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