TP YOGA 12: Fit mSATA in M.2 slot w/adapter

I wonder if anybody has experience on fitting an mSATA SSD into the M.2 slot with an adapter, or if you could point me towards more information on the subject?
I upgraded from an X220T to the 2015 YOGA 12 and was left with an mSATA SSD. It's 256GB which is why I find it a good idea to try an accommodate it inside the YOGA instead of going through the hassle of selling it first and then ordering a compatible M.2 SSD drive.
All info is greatly appreciated.
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Hi,
My guess is this won't work, since mSATA cards are considerably wider than m.2 - never mind any signal compatibility issues. I did find one example of an adapter, but I don't know how you'd fit it in your laptop. Or if it works... Links below.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M.2
http://www.microsatacables.com/msata-ssd-to-m-2-ngff-adapter-card-with-ffc-cable
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