How to replace SSD in Asus F Series step-by-step guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 7 Steps
Alright, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of getting your gadget back in action! Follow these steps with a smile, and remember, if you hit a snag or need some extra hands, you can always schedule a repair. Let’s get that device running like new!
Step 1
– To kick things off, let’s get those nine screws out that are keeping the back plate snug. You’ve got this!
– Heads up: Make sure to ground yourself before diving in. A quick touch of a metal part of your heating will do the trick. This way, you’ll be electrically neutral and ready to roll. Skip this step, and you might risk bricking your device, and we definitely don’t want that!
Step 2
– Gently pop off the back plate like you’re peeling a banana! A credit card or something similar works wonders here, just like in the picture. Take your time with this step—no need to rush and risk cracking that back plate. You’ve got this!
– As you continue, you might hear some delightful ‘clicks’ along the way. No need to panic; those sounds just mean the back plate is loosening up and getting ready to come off. Keep going!
Step 3
– Gently lift off the back cover when you’re all set. You’ve got this!
– Now, take a look at your device; it should resemble the one in the photo!
Step 4
– Alright, let’s dive in! First off, we’ve got our HDD right here. Loosen those three screws holding it in place.
– Next up, give it a gentle slide to the left (check out the photo for a visual guide) to disconnect it.
– Now you should be all set to pull it out with ease!
Step 5
– It should now resemble this.
Step 6
– If your SSD arrives without the metal tray, no worries! Just grab the tray from your old HDD and use that.
– Next up, install the SSD just like you took out the HDD, but in reverse—easy peasy!
– When you’re all done, it should resemble the picture. You’ve got this!
Step 7
– Put the back cover back on and snug up those screws! A little tip: tighten them diagonally—start with the top left and bottom right, then move to the top right and bottom left, and keep that pattern going.
– If all went smoothly, your BIOS/EFI should now recognize your shiny new SSD. Way to go, you nailed it! 🙂
