Having a laptop hard drive with insufficient storage space? Want to replace your disused hard drives with fresh models? No matter what the case is, learning the tricks of laptop upgradation will save you a lot of money and time. Every laptop model is different from the other, but following the below steps will help you install hard drives in laptops of all makes and models.
First of all, you should choose the right drive. A laptop hard drive is typically match the 2.5-inch-wide hard drive format and run at speeds ranging between 4,200 and 7,200 RPM. It is recommended to go through your laptop’s manual to get the details of hard drive specifications. Finding the exact specifications of the drive is important only because having wrong hard drives in the laptop can cause irredeemable damage to your gadget.
After you have a fresh hard drive, try to keep a back up of the older files stored in the old drive. You can restore the old files using a special back up program or by copying the files into DVDs and CDs. You can also transfer the files to pen drives or other portable storage devices. There are reliable storage services available in the Internet which you can avail to store your files while you install your new drive.
At the beginning of the installation process, it is advisable to turn off the system and remove its battery. This is done to prevent electrocution and consequent damage to the internal parts of the laptop.
Now, turn the machine upside down and find out signs of a drive release mechanism. The hard drives are usually placed at the side or in the bottom part of a laptop and are taken out either by unlocking a button or by directly unscrewing them. If you don’t know the exact process of removing the hard drive, you should refer to the manual that came with your laptop.
After removing the old drive, try to install the fresh hard drive in a process opposite to the one used for detaching the redundant drive. If you laptop possesses a slide-in drive mechanism, slide in the new drive. Once the new drive slides and the connectors engage, a clicking sound is produced. If the hard drive is placed at the laptop bottom, you will need to put in an edge first to help it fit properly.
Turn on the laptop, after the installation process is completed. The System BIOS will automatically identify the new hard drive.
Remember, a laptop is far more fragile than a Desktop computer. So, if you are not confident enough to install the new drive on your own, it is always better to seek professional assistance. A hardware professional is the person to install a new drive in your laptop.
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