Will the Sabrent Rocket NVMe 2242 1TB (SB-1342-1TB) work with the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (Intel)?
Yes, with conditions. Works only with the M.2 2242-to-2280 extender bracket.
Both records are reviewed against the manufacturers' sources; sources last checked 2026-10-07. Informational only: confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
Why
- ✓ A 2242 drive is shorter than the 2280 bay, which has no 2242 mounting point.
- ✓ NVMe is supported by this slot.
Conditions
- M.2 2242-to-2280 extender bracket: The slot has no 2242 mounting point.
Good to know
- The manufacturer lists only 2280 mounting points. It works only with an M.2 2242-to-2280 extender bracket (not included) to secure the drive.
Sources
- Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (Intel): specs from Lenovo PSREF, checked against the source 2026-10-07.
- Sabrent Rocket NVMe 2242 1TB (SB-1342-1TB): specs from Sabrent product page, checked against the source 2026-10-07.
Check your exact setup
Other parts in the cart, current configuration (installed memory, fan brackets) and adapters can change the answer.
Check a whole cartAlso checked with the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (Intel)
- 16GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM (CT16G4SFRA32A) Yes
- 32GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM (CT32G4SFD832A) Yes
- 65W USB-C AC Adapter Yes
- 8GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM (CT8G4SFRA32A) Yes
- 970 EVO Plus 1TB NVMe M.2 (MZ-V7S1T0) Yes
- 990 PRO 1TB NVMe M.2 (MZ-V9P1T0) Yes
- Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter (MW2M3AM/A) Yes
- Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max Yes
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