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26 November 2021  Jennifer Thatcher  Technology Manager of Test Dept.
 

Summary
The laptop runs slowly and the storage capacity is out of use when it is used for a long time. To solve these problems, we can change a SSD. In this essay, we will talk about how to change SATA SSD and M.2 SSD for laptop.



CONTENTS

editing backup dataPart 1: Preparations of Changing SSD for Laptop
editing backup dataPart 2: How to Change SSD for Laptop?
how to change ssd for laptop

Part 1: Preparations of Changing SSD for Laptop

1. Confirm SSD Interface

SATA SSD and M.2 SSD are the main types in the SSD market. Between these two interface types, SATA is widely used, fully developed and highly compatible with different motherboard brands. Basically, all motherboard suppliers support the SATA 3.0 interface. You should learn about the supported interface of your devices and select the suitable SSD specification.
compare m2 with sata
TipsClick here to learn more about the SSD specification, protocols and purchase tips.

2. Prepare Tools

The followings are the tools for installing a SSD.
Tools
SATA Cross screwdriver/anti-static gloves/SATA USB cable/IDE to SATA cable (if no SATA power cable)/2.5 inch to 3.5 inch hard drive adapter
M.2 Cross screwdriver/anti-static gloves

3. Change SSD for Laptop

Storage Drive is the important device to store the computer data. If you want to change a new SSD for laptop, we suggest you use Renee Becca to migrate the system to the new SSD. Here are more details.
What is Renee Becca?
Renee Becca is the tool specializing in system and hard disk back up. It is used to back up and restore the computer data, including programs, system configuration, emails, photos, videos, documents and bookmarks. With the incremental/differential backup technology, it can back up system, partitions, disks and files, but also it can redeploy system and clone disks.
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① How to Migrate System with Renee Becca?

It is convenient to clone the system to SSD with Renee Becca. Here are the steps.
Step 1: Download and install Renee Becca. Then, open the software and select [Clone] – [System Redeploy].
clone windows 10 to ssd with Renee becca
Step 2: Please select the original disk which saves Windows system and the target disk. Then click [Redeploy] to process the system migration.

Note: You should replace the solid state disk with a larger one. When the data is transferred to the new SSD, all data will be emptied. Please back up data beforehand.

select a destination to redeploy system with renee becca
Step 3: Click on [OK] as the process is finished. Then, you should set the new disk as the first boot order in BIOS and get into the system. Click here to learn about how to change the boot order in BIOS.
back up system with renee becca

② How to Clone Data to SSD with Renee Becca?

It is very convenient to clone the data from the old disk to the new SSD. Here are the steps.
Step 1: Replace the hard disk with the new SSD. Then, open Renee Becca. Select [Clone] – [Hard Disk Clone/Clone System Disk]. You can use the external enclosure and the data reader to connect the SSD to the computer when the SSD is not installed in the computer.
select to clone hard disk within renee becca
Step 2: Next, select the source disk and the destination disk. Drag to adjust the size of each partition. If you clone the system disk, you can check the option [Make target disk bootable (System disk only)]. Finally, click on [Clone] to clone the data to the new SSD.
clone disk with renee becca
TipsIf the SSD cannot be recognized within File Explorer, you can create new simple volume for the new SSD in Disk Management.

Part 2: How to Change SSD for Laptop?

1. Change SATA SSD for Laptop

Step 1: Turn over the laptop and use the screwdriver to remove the back cover.
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Step 2: Take the 2.5-inch HDD out of the slot.
how to change ssd for laptop
Step 3: Put the new SSD into the hard drive slot. Ensure that the SSD is completely connected to the contacts on the slot.
how to change ssd for laptop
Step 4: After that, install the back cover on the laptop well.
how to change ssd for laptop

2. Change M.2 SSD for Laptop

Step 1: Turn over the laptop and use the screwdriver to remove the back cover.
how to change ssd for laptop
Step 2: Place the M.2 SSD into the correct position and make it to be fully connected with the contacts on the slot.
how to change ssd for laptop
Step 3: Next, fix the screw at the end of the SSD. Finally, install the back cover well.
how to change ssd for laptop