Ssd now, For desktops, Handling precautions – Kingston Technology V-series User Manual

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SSDNow

For Desktops

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85% of your new SSD capacity. This will help to ensure that the imaging process is
successful. The following chart may be useful as a guide:

SSD capacity

Adjusted HDD Used Space

32GB

27GB or less

40GB

34GB or less

64GB

54GB or less

80GB

66GB or less

128GB

109GB or less

160GB

136GB or less

256GB

218GB or less

512GB

423GB or less

Adjusted HDD Used space = SSD capacity X 85%


After the cloning process has been successfully completed, these files can be moved back
to their original location on the hard drive.

Handling Precautions


To prevent damage from static electricity, observe the following precautions:

● Allow the drive to remain in the anti-static container until you are ready to install the

SSD.

● Wear a wrist strap and connect the ground strap to the computer case to minimize

static electricity.

● Use care in handling the drive. Do not touch the connectors.

Hardware Installation

1.

T

urn off the power to your computer and disconnect the power source.

2. Remove the system chassis cover according to the system manufacturer’s

instructions.

3. Attach the 2.5” to 3.5” mounting brackets (provided) to the SSD by aligning the

mounting screw holes on the brackets with those on the SSD and inserting the M3
flat head screws provided.

4. Locate an available 3.5 inch drive bay inside your computer and install the SSD

using the 6/32” pan head screws (provided).

Note: Your system may require proprietary chassis screws, rails or a bracket
system to be used with its drive bay(s). If this is the case, please attach that
hardware to the 2.5” to 3.5” mounting bracket for compatibility with your
computer chassis. Refer to your system manufacturer’s documentation for
instructions.

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