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INSTALLING A M.2 SSD
ON A DESKTOP PC
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BEFORE INSTALLATION
1. GATHER THE THINGS YOU'LL
NEED
PC, Phillips screwdrivers, and ADATA M.2 SSD
*Please use a standard Phillips screwdriver (3.5mm) for
disassembling the case; and a smaller Phillips
screwdriver for installing the M.2 solid state drive as it
uses screws with a diameter of 1.85-1.98mm
2. BACK UP YOUR DATA
Make sure to backup the important data on your
PC to an external device, such as an external
HDD, before starting installation.
3. POWER OFF YOUR PC
After backing up your data, power off your PC
to avoid data loss or damage to other
components during installation.
4.
SWITCH OFF THE POWER SWITCH
AND UNPLUG POWER CORD
This action is necessary to discharge residual
power that can damage your PC and its
components.
*The location of the power switch may vary by PC,
please check your user manual.
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INSTALLATION
1. REMOVE THE PC CASE
Use the standard Philips screwdriver to remove
the screws and then remove the PC case
2. LOCATE THE M.2 PCIE SLOT AND
CONFIRM THERE ARE SCREWS
Locate the M.2 PCIe slot, ensure the SSD will fit,
and confirm there are screws present.
*The location of slots may vary by PC. Please check
your PC's user manual for more information.
**Generally speaking, the screws that secure the SSD in
place will be installed on the motherboard when the PC
is shipped from the factory.
3. ALIGN THE M.2 SLOT AND INSERT
THE SOLID STATE DRIVE
Use your small Phillips screwdriver to remove the
screws on the motherboard. Align the notches in
the SSD with the ridges in the PCIe slot, then
insert at a an angle. Give it a final push to ensure
it is securely in place.
* The slot has a foolproof design. Please insert the SSD
in the direction corresponding to the pins on the solid
state drive and the slot. Do not insert it forcibly to avoid
damage to the product.
4.
FASTEN THE SCREWS TO SECURE
THE SSD
Use your small Phillips screwdriver to secure
the SSD into place.
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5. RESEMBLE THE CASE
*Do not overtighten the screws as it may damage the
screws ad back plate
6. PLUG IN THE POWER CORD AND
POWER ON THE PC TO COMPLETE
INSTALLATION
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