Replace HDD w/SSD, or add SSD (M.2) to extra slot?

Paul Black · 24 Nov 2021

Hello @Goldengirl52,

Just for a bit of added information. It is ALWAYS advisable to disconnect ALL other Drives when performing a Clone etc.

Goldengirl52 · 25 Nov 2021

Having trouble with the screw (or lack thereof) for the SSD. I took the best pic I could of it, but it doesn't look like a screw and I tried several, very carefully, of my PC tools. It doesn't look like the screw (that looks like a screw) that is closest to the socket. See red arrows I'm really afraid to try anything until I ask someone? Help

Had to put up old shot of motherboard, anyway, it's the top screw above the socket I don't see a way to unscrew. There's just a sort of tower and hole in the middle, LOL! I don't know, oh lord!!

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Oh brother!! Not unusual it looks like, check this out:

SSD M2 screw? - Storage Devices - Linus Tech Tips

One guy mentions if there is another M.2 you can take the screw from it. His fit anyway?? Does this sound right to you guys?

SIW2 · 25 Nov 2021

red arrows?

They are readily available in many places
Akuoly M.2 SSD Screw Set PC Motherboard Screws Spacers for Asus Gigabyte ASRock Msi M2 Nvme SSD Drive, 21pcs : Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

SIW2 · 25 Nov 2021

You could try this:

Need a screw for your m.2 or NVMe drive? - YouTube

Goldengirl52 · 25 Nov 2021

SIW2 said:

red arrows?

They are readily available in many places
Akuoly M.2 SSD Screw Set PC Motherboard Screws Spacers for Asus Gigabyte ASRock Msi M2 Nvme SSD Drive, 21pcs : Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

I'm on an older Chromebook and had all kinds of trouble uploaded the pic I edited. I found what I need finally, 601010-001 SCREW, M2 x 3L, BLUE THRD LK, ZINC screw for my PC. I can't believe there isn't one on the dang mobo!!

SIW2 · 25 Nov 2021

where did you find it?

I havent tried the screw from a cassette tape.

Goldengirl52 · 25 Nov 2021

SIW2 said:

You could try this:

Need a screw for your m.2 or NVMe drive? - YouTube

Would be great, but no old cassettes around my place ;( Thanks so much though, and I think I'll ask a neighbor that keeps everything

She may have one she doesn't want or need

Thanks again!

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SIW2 said:

where did you find it?

I havent tried the screw from a cassette tape.

The thread on the forum talking about it? The part (screw) itself I found on HP site

below:

https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Deskto...2/td-p/7615571

SIW2 · 25 Nov 2021

I am a bit doubtful the head of the screw from a cassette is wide enough. Maybe it varies depending on the cassette brand.

Goldengirl52 · 25 Nov 2021

SIW2 said:

I am a bit doubtful the head of the screw from a cassette is wide enough. Maybe it varies depending on the cassette brand.

I can't believe my neighbor had one, and he brought me the screw. I haven't had a chance to try it yet but will let you know, and I am concerned the head isn't wide enough for the notch in the ssd as well ;(

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does the screw-head have to cover the inlet on the SSD, I mean the copper, C-shaped??

steve108 · 25 Nov 2021

Goldengirl52 said:

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does the screw-head have to cover the inlet on the SSD, I mean the copper, C-shaped??

Yes, otherwise it won't hold the m.2 in place.