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Intel

Solid-State Drive

Installation Guide 1

Intel

Solid-State Drive

Installation Guide

Overview

Installing an Intel SSD consists of three main steps:

Before you Begin

• Download and save the Intel Data Migration Software to your current storage device:

http://www.intel.com/go/ssdinstallation

• Confirm you have the necessary hardware for installation:

Note: Contents vary based on package purchased.

This guide explains how to install an Intel

Solid-State Drive

(Intel

SSD) in a SATA-based desktop or notebook computer.

The instructions include migrating your data from your current

storage device (such as a hard disk drive) to your new Intel SSD

using Intel

Data Migration Software.

Connect the Intel SSD to your computer.

Migrate your data from your current storage device to your new Intel SSD.

Swap the placement of your current storage device with your new Intel SSD.

Hardware item Required for

1. SATA-to-SATA interface cable Desktop computers

2. SATA power adapter Desktop computers without a SATA power cable

3. 3.5-inch mounting adapter and screws Desktop computers with 3.5-inch drive bay

4. USB-to-SATA cable Notebook computers

5. Drive sleeve Notebook computers (optional - for use with your old

storage device after the SSD is installed)

6. Phillips screwdriver Most computers

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Summary of content (12 pages)

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Intel® Solid-State Drive Installation Guide This guide explains how to install an Intel® Solid-State Drive (Intel® SSD) in a SATA-based desktop or notebook computer. The instructions include migrating your data from your current storage device (such as a hard disk drive) to your new Intel SSD using Intel® Data Migration Software. Overview Installing an Intel SSD consists of three main steps: 1. 2. 3. Connect the Intel SSD to your computer.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive SSD Handling Precautions Observe the following before beginning the installation: • Keep the SSD in the protective anti-static container until you are ready to install. • Handle the SSD with care. Do not touch the gold connectors. • To minimize static electricity, touch the computer case before handling the SSD. • Do not remove the encasement or disassemble the SSD; these actions void the SSD warranty. 1.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive 4. Connect one end of the SATA-to-SATA interface cable to a SATA interface connector or SATA host adapter on your computer motherboard and connect the other end to the Intel SSD. See Figure 2. Note: The SATA cable connectors are keyed to ensure correct orientation and contain a locking bracket for securing in place. Insert cables gently. Do not use excessive force. 5.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive Notebook Computers 1. Connect the dual end of a USB-to-SATA cable to two available USB ports on the computer. See Figure 3. You do not have to power off the computer. Note: If your computer contains a USB 3.0 port (indicated with a blue connector), connect the blue end of the USB-to-SATA cable to the USB 3.0 port. If your computer does not contain a USB 3.0 port, you can connect the cable to any USB port. Figure 3. Connect USB-to-SATA cable to notebook 2.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive 2. Migrate Your Data This section explains how to migrate (transfer) your data from your current storage device to your new Intel SSD using Intel Data Migration Software. Note: The migration process is identical for desktop and notebook computers. 1. Make sure you have downloaded and saved the Intel Data Migration Software to your current storage device: http://www.intel.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive Start the Software and Migrate your Data 1. Double-click the Intel Data Migration Software shortcut icon on your desktop. 2. Complete the registration form when prompted, and then click Register Now. After registering the software, the Intel Data Migration Software screen appears. Figure 6. Intel Data Migration Software screen 3. Click Start Now. Intel Data Migration Software automatically detects both drives, and the Clone Now screen appears. Figure 7.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive Intel Data Migration Software works with Intel SSDs only. If you receive an error message, make sure that you have an Intel SSD connected to your computer. If you have an Intel SSD connected to your computer and still receive an error message, contact Intel support. See “Additional Support” on page 10. Intel Data Migration Software identifies your SSD and verifies that the used space on your current storage device is the same or smaller than the available space on your SSD. 4.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive 3. Swap Your Drives After you have migrated your data onto the Intel SSD and shut down your computer, swap the placement of your current storage device with the new Intel SSD.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive 4. After swapping the drives, power on the computer. As your computer boots to the Intel SSD for the first time, a notification that the data migration process completed successfully appears when the operating system starts. Enjoy your new high-performing Intel Solid-State Drive! Desktop Computers — Changing the Boot Order of the Drives 1. Close the computer case and start the computer. 2. While the computer is booting, enter the BIOS setup menu.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive 5. Replace the cover and power on the computer. Note: You may choose to keep your old storage device as a secondary or backup drive by connecting it to the computer using the USB-to-SATA cable. Protect the old storage device with the drive sleeve included with certain packages. Install the drive sleeve with caution. Intel is not responsible for data loss or damage to system components.
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Intel® Solid-State Drive INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH INTEL PRODUCTS. NO LICENSE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY ESTOPPEL OR OTHERWISE, TO ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IS GRANTED BY THIS DOCUMENT.