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How to Install an M.2 SSD

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  1. How to Install an M.2 SSD, Reposition the standoff: stap 1, afbeelding 1 van 2 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Reposition the standoff: stap 1, afbeelding 2 van 2
    • If your laptop did not include a removable standoff or only supports one M.2 SSD form factor, you can skip this step.

    • Use a screwdriver to remove the preinstalled standoff.

    • If your laptop does not include a preinstalled standoff, you will need to get one.

    • Find the correct standoff location that corresponds to your desired M.2 SSD form factor.

    • Screw in the standoff.

  2. How to Install an M.2 SSD, Insert the SSD: stap 2, afbeelding 1 van 3 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Insert the SSD: stap 2, afbeelding 2 van 3 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Insert the SSD: stap 2, afbeelding 3 van 3
    • Grip the SSD on the sides near the screw indent.

    • Gently slide the SSD into the socket at about a 30˚ angle.

    • The socket is spring loaded and will support the SSD at an angle.

  3. How to Install an M.2 SSD, Screw down the SSD: stap 3, afbeelding 1 van 3 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Screw down the SSD: stap 3, afbeelding 2 van 3 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Screw down the SSD: stap 3, afbeelding 3 van 3
    • Use your finger to hold the SSD down horizontally, making sure that the screw indent aligns with the standoff.

    • Screw down the SSD to secure it.

  4. How to Install an M.2 SSD, Apply a thermal pad: stap 4, afbeelding 1 van 3 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Apply a thermal pad: stap 4, afbeelding 2 van 3 How to Install an M.2 SSD, Apply a thermal pad: stap 4, afbeelding 3 van 3
    • If your laptop did not have a thermal pad installed, you can skip this step.

    • Use tweezers or your fingers to place a thermal pad on the top of the SSD.

    • The original thermal pad can be reused if it is clean and undamaged.

Conclusie

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