Step 1: Gather supplies
You’ll need your computer, a screwdriver, your new Crucial SSD, and your computer’s owner’s manual.
Step 2: Back up important files
In the box with your SSD is a spacer (it looks like a black bracket). Set it aside for now – it won’t come into play until later in the process, and based on your system, you may not even need it.
Step 3: Go slowly and deliberately
The information you need is all here. Your computer will likely look different than the ones shown, but the process is the same. Read each step thoroughly and consult our Helpful Tips for more info.