Lenovo is a famous PC brand.

This post fromMiniTooloffers a detailed guide on theLenovo SSD upgrade.

When Do you gotta Upgrade Lenovo SSD?

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Then, replace the hard drive with the new SSD.

SATA and M.2 slots

How to clone the hard drive to the new SSD?

Some SSDs may include a data migration program offered by the SSD manufacturers.

If your SSD doesnt have such a program, you’re free to try MiniTool Partition Wizard.

MiniTool Partition Wizard copy a disk

How to use MiniTool Partition Wizard to clone Lenovo to a new SSD?

Then, install MiniTool Partition Wizard and launch it on the computer.

Right-nudge the hard drive that you want to clone and then selectCopyfrom the menu.

MiniTool Partition Wizard select the target disk

If the hard drive doesnt contain a system, the Copy feature is free.

Step 2:On the pop-up window, choose the new SSD as the target disk and then clickNext.

ClickOKwhen it asks you whether you are sure to continue.

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Note that all data on the new SSD will be destroyed.

Step 3:Review theCopy OptionsandTarget Disk Layout.

If all is OK, clickNext.

MiniTool Partition Wizard click Apply

Step 4:Read the NOTE information and then clickFinish.

Then, click theApplybutton to execute the pending operation.

Wait until the cloning process is completed.

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Step 1:Remove the bottom panel of the laptop.

Lenovo Legion 5 laptop motherboard

Step 2:Replace the M.2 SSD.

Step 3:Replace the SATA SSD.

Step 4:Put back the bottom panel and then fasten these screws.

install M.2 SSD

How to Install SSD on Lenovo Desktop

Installing an SSD on a desktop will be much easier.

you’re free to refer to this guide:

Step 1:Disconnect the power to the chassis.

Remove some fasteners on the front cover of the chassis and then nudge the cover to the side.

install SATA SSD in Lenovo Legion T5 desktop

Step 2:load the M.2 SSD.

The way is similar to that on the laptop.

You just need to find the M.2 slot on the motherboard and then load the M.2 SSD.

change Lenovo boot order

Step 3:set up the SATA SSD.

Step 4:Put the computer case panel back onto the desktop and fasten the screws.

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Bottom Line

When do you need a Lenovo SSD upgrade?

How to check SSD compatibility?

How to clone the hard drive to the new SSD?

How to install SSD on Lenovo laptops and desktops?

This post explains these questions.

When you clone the hard drive, MiniTool Partition Wizard is recommended.

if you bump into issues when using this software, contact us via[email protected].

We will get back to you as soon as possible.