# Argon ONE M.2 Case (CE07434) **URL:** \ **Category:** Product Questions\ **Created:** [31 December 2020 18:10 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083 "2020-12-31T18:10:02Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Core](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/core/32/57_2.png) [@Core](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Core)\ **Post date:** [31 December 2020 18:10 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/1 "2020-12-31T18:10:02Z")
This is a placeholder topic for [**“Argon ONE M.2 Case”**](http://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/CE07434) comments. ![](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product//a/r/ar1-m.2-1.jpg) The NEW Argon ONE case up the ante with extended support for M.2 SATA SSD’s whilst keeping all the things you loved. Push the limits and realize your Pi’s true potential. Did we mention it now has full-sized HDMI connectors? [**Read more**](http://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/CE07434) ---
**Author:** ![Lahmy88](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/lahmy88/32/3911_2.png) [@Lahmy88](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Lahmy88)\ **Post date:** [31 December 2020 18:10 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/2 "2020-12-31T18:10:03Z")
Apologies, total RPi newbie here (just got a RPi 4 8GB for Xmas!) and so looking for a case and this looked good, but just need to ask a few questions: 1. I assume you can still access the microSD slot with this case? Or do you have to remove the cover to gain access? 2. Interested in the performance/speed differences between using a well-suited microSD card and an M.2 SATA SSD with this case. The fact that it’s not a native connection and routed through USB 3.0 concerns me that it’d be just as easy to find a great microSD card because of (possibly a lot of comparative) added latency? 3. Any links that people have found on microSD speed/performance comparisons and any other possible solutions like this case that offer an alternative to microSD? 4. The “Built-in IR support”, is that apart of the Argon ONE M.2 case? Or is that native to RPi? Also interested in acquiring the mentioned ‘Argon ONE Remote’ but couldn’t find it on the store. Thanks guys for any help 😉 ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [31 December 2020 19:27 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/3 "2020-12-31T19:27:11Z")
a few links that may help …below… and yes this is an excellent choice of case for the rpi-4 i would recommend it to any new user . welcome to core forum… 1: i don’t see the M-2 hdd can be accessed without taking the case open 2: i found the m-2 to be much faster than any sd-card …i had my m-2 running long before core started to sell the argon m-2 case. if you use a high speed ssd then i`m shore you will be way ahead of any sd-card even using usb 3 i found my wd-green much faster than my sandisk ultra thumb sticks or ultra sd-cards… 3: see 2 4: the remote control or infra red is a grey area not much is known i suggest you drop an email to the guy`s at argon. [https://www.argon40.com/argon-one-m-2-case-for-raspberry-pi-4.html](https://www.argon40.com/argon-one-m-2-case-for-raspberry-pi-4.html) > **[Argon40 Official Store](https://argon40.com/)** > > Argon40 Official Store the Raspberry Pi Products Portal in Asia i like the full size hdmi outputs,very nice…very biasing, to setup the fan trip temperature points you can use this via a command prompt as root user… `argonone-config` or you can edit the `argononed.conf` file in the `/etc` directory manually also look here if your unsure about the fan setup and testing it out > [@Argon ONE Raspberry Pi 4 Case (CE06586)](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-raspberry-pi-4-case-ce06586/6806/35): > > FAN SETUP PROCEDURES AND TESTING:…this is for raspberry Debian tested on it… after assembly set the jumper to 1 and 2 for default setting or set it to 2 and 3 if you want the fan to run continuously if you use this option there is no need to install the program… so if you want software control then set the jumper to default 1 and 2… making shore you are connected to the internet download from argon the setup file to your directory of choice just click on the link it will start the d… ---
**Author:** ![Lahmy88](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/lahmy88/32/3911_2.png) [@Lahmy88](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Lahmy88)\ **Post date:** [1 January 2021 04:57 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/4 "2021-01-01T04:57:30Z")
Thanks mate. Yeh regarding 1. microSD card access, I know it’s an M.2 case, but it’d seem silly that it still doesn’t accommodate quick access to the traditional storage slot. ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [1 January 2021 05:11 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/5 "2021-01-01T05:11:35Z")
this is interesting to note the standard argon40 rpi-4 case has a indented boss for the sd-card slot yet i cannot seem to tell this as yet on the m-2 argon40 case…yes i thought it odd myself …i did blow up the pics as much as the site allows ---
**Author:** ![Lahmy88](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/lahmy88/32/3911_2.png) [@Lahmy88](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Lahmy88)\ **Post date:** [1 January 2021 15:25 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/7 "2021-01-01T15:25:47Z")
Thanks @brian86770, some great tips there 😉 Is it possible to ya reckon to run multiple partitions/boots off of an M.2 SATA SSD over USB 3.0? The idea being that I essentially just keep a 16GB or so microSD with NOOBS on it in the slot and then basically run my various boots (one of Raspberry Pi OS, one of some other Linux distro, one of RetroPie etc.) off of the SSD? I actually watched [ETA PRIME](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_0CVCfC_3iuHqmyClu59Uw)’s video review today which answered a couple of things for me: [Is This The Best Raspberry Pi 4 Case? The New Argon One M.2 - Review](https://youtu.be/LLc4pF3jZQg) [![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/LLc4pF3jZQg/hqdefault.jpg "Is This The Best Raspberry Pi 4 Case? The New Argon One M.2 - Review") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLc4pF3jZQg) At [2:57](https://youtu.be/LLc4pF3jZQg?t=177) he talks about the “Built-in IR support” briefly but hasn’t got a remote to test it out. At [5:53](https://youtu.be/LLc4pF3jZQg?t=353) he confirms what we suspected - the microSD is inaccessible with the bottom plastic casing on 🙃 I think I’ll just try and modify if needed when I buy one. Looks the goods eh 👍 ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [2 January 2021 20:41 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/8 "2021-01-02T20:41:08Z")
from mem i am shore you can dual boot either on your sd-card or ssd … i don’t know if core have a tutorial for it but post on the official raspberry forum… im shore there is a thread for it and how to do it… here is a link… [https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/](https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/) just use the search tool firstly as for using the sd-card as a boot loader …i had suggested and wrote a thread about it in a fashion using the spi bus and a memory chip… if your a good coder you could code it using `petitboot` onto the sd-card… but you most likely need a custom kernel…or a rewritten one … but have not had time to go into the idea of using the sd-card as a secondary boot-loader for the m2 drive…really u need a grub loader on the sd card… but i am not an expert coder… some links… > [@Raspberry Pi 4 8Gb not booting](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/raspberry-pi-4-8gb-not-booting/7863/4): > > my boot loader boasts sep 9 2020…so it just could be out of date or has become unstable… i agree with Bryce on this issue…need to reinstall the boot loader… you casn write into the loader file before you flash it i have re-flashed mine using ubuntu i changed the boot order so it boots fron the usb port if it cannot find a op-sys on the usb it then looks at the sd-card [image] you can have a look here… [[How to Update Bootloader EEPROM - Raspberry Pi 4] ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6EUplRPF5s) also this page may be … > [@Raspberry rpi spi bus want t](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/raspberry-rpi-spi-bus-want-t/8867): > > does the raspberry pi have an spi bus gpio pins on the board if so can some body pls inform me of the bot the tx rx pins and power range sported i have i think a 16 Mb add on memory board that runs on the spi bus lines… i may be able to provide with help a programmable boot loader that you can text mode select at boot the sd-card or any usb port …also with the correct support nay be able to choose between booting of either the usb-2 port s or the usb 3 ports, this all may be possible … i would say if he had a remote for it …it would only replicate the power button switch put another idea through to add a cd/dvd and extra usb-3 hub to the bottom of the m-2 to core via there messenger online…dont know if argon will do anything though…if it makes their r&d…prolly in the works though…no doubt ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [6 January 2021 11:19 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/11 "2021-01-06T11:19:44Z")
have a look at this thread regarding the remote for the argon case > [@Argon One M.2 Case - Built-in IR Support](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-built-in-ir-support/9107): > > Hi All, I would like to take advantage of the built-in IR support in the Argon One M.2 Case. The Argon ONE Remote mentioned on the case product page is currently not available. [https://www.argon40.com/argon-one-m-2-case-for-raspberry-pi-4.html](https://www.argon40.com/argon-one-m-2-case-for-raspberry-pi-4.html) Does anyone on the forum know whether a universal learning remote such as the Logitech Harmony will work with this case and if so, how would I go about programming it as I cannot find the Argon M.2 case listed in the Logitech database. Thanks @Lahmy88 ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [8 February 2021 07:09 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/13 "2021-02-08T07:09:25Z")
here is the boot-loader page official rpi-4 below … my apology`s if i forgot to add it earlier…very handy page…if you need to update the loader …and or modify it… further thought was to just install a pre programed usd card physically permitting…you may need to modd the case, before assembly of the case. it will boot from the sd-card by default… no need to update the loader as this would give the sd-card priority boot and the ssd as storage…out of the box… > **[Teach, Learn, and Make with Raspberry Pi – Raspberry Pi](https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/hardware/raspberrypi/booteeprom.md)** > > The Raspberry Pi is a tiny and affordable computer that you can use to learn programming through fun, practical projects. Join the global Raspberry Pi community. this case really pushes my buttons with its full sized hdmi ports… It has done it 4 me however the price range on these cases seems a little out of a few hobbyist`s pocket the nano sound is value 4 money why no m-2 variant on that it is a perfect candidate,4 the job … ---
**Author:** ![Jeremiah173883](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/a9adbd/32.png) [@Jeremiah173883](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Jeremiah173883)\ **Post date:** [19 August 2021 15:28 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/14 "2021-08-19T15:28:49Z")
i would liket o know with the Argon One m.2 case, does this item come with a power cord? What type of power cord wowuld i need? ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [19 August 2021 17:05 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/15 "2021-08-19T17:05:06Z")
welcome… | no it does not come with a power cord…it uses the original raspberry pi-4 power pack which is extra… nor does it come with the rpi-board…it is an enhanced case allowing for better options and or faster media… the sd-card is not accessible unless you take the case apart…after assembly… ---
**Author:** ![Bryce](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/bryce/32/3631_2.png) [@Bryce](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Bryce)\ **Post date:** [20 August 2021 01:00 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/16 "2021-08-20T01:00:25Z")
Hi Jeremiah, Brian is right, they don’t include a cable for power, and access to the SD-Card in the Argon One M.2 specifically is blocked once it’s assembled. You’ll want something with a USB-C connection for your Pi as if you were using it normally without the case such as this: > **[Raspberry Pi 4 Power Supply (Official) - USB-C 5.1V 15.3W (Black)](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-4-official-power-supply-usb-c-5v-15w-black.html)** > > The official Power Supply needed for the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B Please let us know if you have any further questions, all the best with your new case! ---
**Author:** ![Jeremiah173883](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/a9adbd/32.png) [@Jeremiah173883](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Jeremiah173883)\ **Post date:** [20 August 2021 07:26 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/17 "2021-08-20T07:26:42Z")
One other question that i have is with the M.2 Does it accept both SATA and/or NVME? ---
**Author:** ![brian86770](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c5a1d2/32.png) [@brian86770](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/brian86770)\ **Post date:** [21 August 2021 15:58 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/18 "2021-08-21T15:58:24Z")
it does not support nvme as far as i know only nand m-2 drives from mem…check the argon site it`s self for the key type of the drive it should be on the core site somewhere in the specs on the original advert in the core shop site/pages…wd green is what i used… ---
**Author:** ![Trent5487676](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/trent5487676/32/4583_2.png) [@Trent5487676](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Trent5487676)\ **Post date:** [23 August 2021 06:47 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/19 "2021-08-23T06:47:41Z")
Hi Jeremiah, Looks like it’s SATA only, I’ve attached a snippet from the product page below. ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/uploads/core_electronics/original/2X/b/b92c79cf44a34a4cd70c6214c20ed7a3bff53df0.png) ---
**Author:** ![James46717](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/e5b9ba/32.png) [@James46717](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/James46717)\ **Post date:** [26 November 2021 06:29 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/20 "2021-11-26T06:29:26Z")
What a great little box. (arrived yesterday) All cables at rear of case, top of case acts as a passive hear sink, boots from M.2 SSD. Highly recommend this product. Would be nice if IR worked with any remote, yet to test that function. Don’t want to buy Argon remote when I have a few that should do what I want. We will see. Regards Jim ---
**Author:** ![Travis156152](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/e79b87/32.png) [@Travis156152](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Travis156152)\ **Post date:** [26 November 2021 14:06 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/21 "2021-11-26T14:06:35Z")
Great case, but the fan is a little too loud. I’ve sourced a fan with a higher cfm and a lower noise rating (MC035492, 3.7CFM, 15.7DBA), I have a couple of questions about installing it: - It’s lower profile, so the same screws can’t be used. What are the specs of the fan screws so I can order shorter ones? - What is the name/spec of the connector, so that I can install a new one on the new fan wiring? ---
**Author:** ![Oliver33](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/a9adbd/32.png) [@Oliver33](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Oliver33)\ **Post date:** [26 November 2021 22:09 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/22 "2021-11-26T22:09:54Z")
Hey Travis, Re the fan screws, you’re probably best off just measuring them. I remembered seeing a good post on here a while ago from one of the Core guys about bolts and managed to chase it down: > [@Screws for LittleArm 2C Arduino](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/screws-for-littlearm-2c-arduino/8991/2): > > Hi Aaron, Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I’ve had a look at the videos and it seems they’re just not using the correct English terms for these parts. You’re actually after: [Arduino Screws - #4 x 1/4", Self Tapping screws](https://www.bunnings.com.au/zenith-4g-x-6mm-zinc-plated-self-tapper-pan-head-sheet-metal-screws-50-pack_p2420132) Horn Mounting Screws - #0 x 5/16" Self Tapping screws - This size is so small it’s very hard to find. Here’s a company that seems to sell them: [https://www.microfasteners.com.au/](https://www.microfasteners.com.au/)[Gripper Screws - 2-56 x 3/4" Machine screws](https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Pack-Size-50-Pan-Head-Machine-2-56-UNC-x-3-4-Stainless-G304-Screw-Phillip/123301809574)[Gripper Nuts - 2-56, 3/16" AF, 1/16" …](https://core-electronics.com.au/machine-hex-nut-2-56-25-pack.html) As for the connector, there’s a pretty good article on identifying connectors here: > **[Identify Electrical Connectors - Tutorial Australia](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/prototyping/Identify-Electrical-Connectors/)** > > There are a ton of electrical wire connectors, too many to elaborate on in a single guide, however there are a couple of connectors that as a maker you will come across. Often when starting your way into the electronics world all you need is the... ---
**Author:** ![G177630](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/f07891/32.png) [@G177630](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/G177630)\ **Post date:** [27 November 2021 12:16 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/23 "2021-11-27T12:16:44Z")
> [@Travis156152](#): > > It’s lower profile, so the same screws can’t be used. What are the specs of the fan screws so I can order shorter ones? 6mm thickness, but the [spec sheet](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/21) says 6.5mm. If there are already screws for the existing fan, measure the mount hole depth and add to the width of the fan. For the actual width of the fan, it is better to measure with a ruler, just to be sure. > [@Travis156152](#): > > What is the name/spec of the connector, so that I can install a new one on the new fan wiring? Looks like a JST PH2, from the link Oliver posted. Attaching an image from [this link](https://www.bitware.store/product/argon-one-raspberry-pi-4-case-with-cooling-fan-includes-5-25v-3-5a-power-supply-aluminum-heatsink-power-button-for-raspberry-pi-4-model-b/#iLightbox%5B%5D/0). ![Argonone M2](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/uploads/core_electronics/original/2X/2/244d91b5a42adb621a4b5b004cf855cf832a87f9.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Bryce](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex028/user_avatar/forum.core-electronics.com.au/bryce/32/3631_2.png) [@Bryce](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/u/Bryce)\ **Post date:** [29 November 2021 23:54 UTC](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083/24 "2021-11-29T23:54:18Z")
Hey G177630 and Travis, You’re exactly right, it’s JST-PH2 I’ve got a couple of these cases I’ve been using in my OctoPrint setups, so compared to the noisy servos the fan noise has never been much of an issue for me. You can switch it out to a quieter fan of a similar profile with the same voltage rating. Although depending on what you’re using it for, you may be able to change the temperature activation settings for it and just rely on the passive cooling of the aluminium case instead, in order to keep the Pi from getting too hot, I do find that it does work quite well, particularly with some well placed thermal tape on your ICs. [Raspberry Pi OS Fan Control - Embedded Computing Design](https://www.embeddedcomputing.com/technology/processing/compute-modules/raspberry-pi-os-fan-control#:~:text=Input%20sudo%20raspi%2Dconfig.,same%20on%20the%20GUI%20interface)). Enjoy the rest of your day everyone! [Next page](https://forum.core-electronics.com.au/t/argon-one-m-2-case-ce07434/9083.md?page=2)