How to Install a 2.5" SSD Into a Silicone Enclosure

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How to Install a 2.5" SSD Into a Silicone Enclosure

Difficulty

Very easy

Steps

3

Time Required

1 - 5 minutes

Introduction

Follow this guide to install a 2.5” SSD into a silicone enclosure sold by iFixit.

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    • Before you insert the new hard drive, note the orientation of the SATA connectors embedded in the enclosure:

    • The wide power SATA port

    • The narrower data SATA port

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    • Using the previous step, orient the new drive so that its SATA connectors will align with the enclosure's.

    • Slide the drive into the enclosure's opening.

    • Push the drive into the enclosure until it stops sliding and the SATA connectors are completely seated.

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    • Stretch the remaining enclosure corners over the drive so that the silicone cover encapsulates the drive.

Conclusion

Your drive is ready to be used!

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