SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 Quick Installation Guide
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to a new SanDisk Solid State Drive (SSD) is easy! This guide provides quick instructions on how to upgrade your SATA-based desktop or notebook computer HDD software. There are many options available for purchase, but in this guide we will use data cloning software provided by Apricorn® to walk - SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 | Quick Installation Guide - Page 2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Now that you have the required hardware and data cloning software, a few safety notes: • Handle your SSD with care. • Keep your SSD in the protective - SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 | Quick Installation Guide - Page 3
STEP 2 Clone your data In the next step, you will clone the data from your existing HDD to your new SanDisk SSD. This step is the same for both desktop and notebook computers. Let's get started: 1. Run your preferred data cloning software. (We are using Apricorn® EZ Gig IV with Data Select.) 2. - SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 | Quick Installation Guide - Page 4
NOTE: If the amount of used data space on your current HDD is larger than the capacity of your new SanDisk SSD, you must remove files or data from your current HDD to reduce its data size. Using the Apricorn® software, the "Data Select" option let's you select file types you wish to exclude from - SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 | Quick Installation Guide - Page 5
is powered off, the power cable is disconnected and the battery is removed. 2. Open your notebook computer's drive bay (refer to your computer's manual for instructions). 3. Remove any brackets or adapters attached to the current HDD and install them on your new SanDisk SSD in the same way as they - SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 | Quick Installation Guide - Page 6
: 1. Make sure your computer is powered off and the power cable is disconnected. 2. Open your desktop computer case (refer to your computer's manual for instructions). 3. Locate your existing HDD. 4. Unplug the SATA data cable and SATA power cable from your existing HDD and remove the drive from the - SanDisk SDSSDX-480G-G25 | Quick Installation Guide - Page 7
SUPPORT For more instructional installation videos and more information about SanDisk SSDs, go to: www.sandisk.com/go-SSD WARRANTY More information regarding the product warranty can be obtained
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SanDisk
®
Solid State Drive
Quick-Start Installation Guide
Upgrading your existing hard disk drive (HDD) to a new SanDisk Solid State Drive (SSD) is easy!
This guide provides quick instructions on how to upgrade your SATA-based desktop or notebook computer
HDD to a SanDisk SSD. We also cover cloning your data from your current HDD to your new SanDisk SSD
using cloning software.
Replacing your HDD with a solid state drive consists of three easy steps:
1.
Connect your SanDisk SSD to your computer
2.
Clone the data from your existing HDD to your new SanDisk SSD
3.
Uninstall your HDD and replace it with your new SanDisk SSD
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Obtain data cloning software.
There are many options available for purchase, but in this guide we will use data cloning software
provided by Apricorn® to walk you through the data cloning process.
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Confirm you have the required hardware* for your installation scenario:
1.
SATA data cable
(required for desktops computers only)
2. USB-to-SATA data cable
3.
3.5-inch mounting adapter and screws
(required for desktop computers only)
4. Phillips screwdriver
* Each of the above hardware components are sold separately or can be found in the SanDisk SSD Conversion Kit. See www.sandisk.com/go-SSD
BEFORE YOU START
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This guide applies to most solid state drives;
check the instructions included with your SSD
for more details.
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