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Samsung SSD Self-Install Photo Guidefor desktop computers

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SSD Self-Install Photo Guide

for desktop computersCarefully open the SSD box.

Make sure that there are no missing components!

Checkingthe Product

Installingthe Program

DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD

CheckingSSD Mounting

Bracket

mounting spacer

SATAcable screws SATA to USB connector stickers

Package (installation program & manualCD instruction manual, warranty)

SSD


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for desktop computersRemove the CD from the black document pouch, andinsert it into the CD-ROM drive.

You can also download the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd .(See next page)


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for desktop computersYou can also download the program at the officialSamsung SSD homepage.

You can also download the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd .

(SSD firmware, Magician software, Samsung Data Migration software)


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for desktop computersInstall the Magician program.

*Run the CD, then click the setup f ile in the Magician Software folder to install the program.

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for desktop computersInstall the Data Migration program.

Using Data Migration migrates all of the user's data including the OS.

This means re-installation of the OS is not necessary.

* Run the CD, then click the setup f ile in the Magician Software folder to install the program.

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for desktop computersRun the Data Migration program,and then connect the SSD to the computer.

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1. On the main screen, click ‘Star t’ to run the Data Migration program.


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for desktop computersConnect the SSD to the computer.

2. Connect the SSD to the desktop computer using the SATA to USB connector.


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for desktop computersRun the Data Migration program, and makesure to the SSD is detected in the program.

3. The Data Migration program will automatically detect the SSD.


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for desktop computersClick the ‘Start Migration’ button to start Data Migration.

* Data Migration migrates the data and the operating system (Windows) installed on the computer

you are using to the SSD you have purchased.

* After data migration is complete, turn off the computer and then disconnect the SSD from the

USB connector.

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for desktop computersOpen the cover of your computer.

* The details of how to open the cover differ between computer models. Refer to the service manual

for your computer to open the cover safely.

* You need to open the cover on the opposite side to remove the HDD. This is described in the next step.

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Disconnect all the cables that are connected to theoriginal HDD(or existing SSD) in your computer.


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The cables that have been disconnected from the original HDD need to be reconnected to your new SSD.

It is recommended that you mark these cables in some way so that they are not confused with other cables.

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DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersRemove the HDD by unfastening the screwsholding the HDD in the drive bay.

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for desktop computersAttach the bracket to the SSD.

* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and All-in-One Kit.)

* The bracket may not be necessary, depending on the design of your computer.

* Use four screws to fasten it securely in place.

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* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and All-in-One Kit.)



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The HDD is usually mounted in SATA port #0, because booting starts at the lowest-numbered SATA port

and then proceeds sequentially. (Port #0, port #1, port #2, and so on.)

Therefore, you need to mount your new SSD in SATA port #0 (vacated by the existing HDD), which is the

lowest-numbered SATA port.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD


Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the location of the original HDD(usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.


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The HDD is usually mounted in SATA port #0, because booting starts at the lowest-numbered SATA port


Therefore, you need to mount your new SSD in SATA port #0 (vacated by the existing HDD), which is the

lowest-numbered SATA port.

Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the location of the original HDD(usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersConnect the cables that have been disconnectedfrom the existing HDD to your new SSD.

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for desktop computersConnect the cables that have been disconnectedfrom the existing HDD to your new SSD.

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for desktop computersConnect the existing HDD to the port with thenext lowest number.

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For example, if the SSD is connected to port #0, then connect the HDD to port #1.


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for desktop computersConnect the existing HDD to the port with thenext lowest number.


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for desktop computersConnect the SATA cable and the power cable to thereinstalled HDD.

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for desktop computersConnect the SATA cable and the power cable to thereinstalled HDD.

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for desktop computersReattach the side covers to the computer.

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for desktop computersReboot the computer, and immediately enter BIOS setup.

Entering the BIOS setup may be done differently depending on mainboard and/or computer manufacturer.Usually, you can enter BIOS setup by pressing the Delete key or the F2 key before the boot sequence proceeds to Windows.

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for desktop computersChange IDE mode to AHCI mode.

* AHCI mode is usually found under advanced options.

* Some mainboards may not support AHCI.

(In this case you should obtain a separate driver from the manufacturer of the mainboard or the OS

to maximize the performance of the SSD.)

* Once installation is completed, install necessary drivers.

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for desktop computersWhen you boot up the computer, Windows will detectthe new SSD automatically, and a message will adviseyou reboot the computer.

* Once the desktop computer detects the newly mounted SSD, a message will advise you reboot the computer.

This is normal, and you should reboot the computer.

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for desktop computersAfter rebooting, run the Magician programto verify that the SSD has been detected correctly.

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for desktop computersCheck the AHCI mode and SATA interface settings.

* If AHCI mode is enabled and the SSD is connected to SATA 3 as shown in the photo,run OS Optimization setup (in the left menu).

* The SSD performs optimally when using AHCI mode and SATA 3.

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for desktop computersIf you are using SATA 2, check whether your mainboardsupports SATA 3.

* If SATA 3 is supported, turn off your computer and connect the SSD using SATA 3.

* If SATA 3 is not supported, proceed to the next step.

For more information, please contact the manufacturer of your mainboard.

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for desktop computersAfter setup has completed, check OS optimization.

* Run performance benchmark and performance optimization from the left menu to ensure optimal performance.

* For more information, please refer to ‘Help’, located at the lower right corner.

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The installation and optimization of the SSD is now complete.


for desktop computersPlace the SSD sticker in a prominent location.

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Thank you.


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Samsung SSD Self Installation Photo Guidefor desktop computers (reinstalling Windows)



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for desktop computersCarefully open the SSD box.

Make sure that there are no missing components!

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD


Bracket

mounting spacer

SATAcable screws SATA to USB connector stickers

Package (installation program & manual

CD instruction manual, warranty)

SSD


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Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



for desktop computersOpen the cover of your computer.

* The details of how to open the cover differ between computer models. Refer to the service manual for yourcomputer to open the cover safely.

* You need to open the cover on the opposite side to remove the HDD. This is described in the next step.


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Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



for desktop computersDisconnect all the cables that are connected to theoriginal HDD (or existing SSD) in your computer.

The cables that have been disconnected from the original HDD need to be reconnected to your new SSD.

It is recommended that you mark these cables in some way so that they are not confused with other cables.


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Remove the HDD by unfastening the screwsholding the HDD in the drive bay.



Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and Allin-One Kit.)



Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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Attach the bracket to the SSD.

* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and Allin-One Kit.)





Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the locationof the original HDD. (usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.



The HDD is usually mounted in SATA port #0, because booting starts at the lowest-numbered SATA

port


Therefore, you need to mount your new SSD in SATA port #0 (vacated by the existing HDD), which is

the lowest-numbered SATA port.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the locationof the original HDD. (usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.



Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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Connect the cables that have been disconnectedfrom the existing HDD to your new SSD.



Checkingthe Product


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Mountingthe SSD



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Connect the cables that have been disconnectedfrom the existing HDD to your new SSD.



Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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Connect the existing HDD to the port withthe next lowest number.




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Connect the existing HDD to the port withthe next lowest number.




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Connect the SATA cable and the power cable tothe reinstalled HDD.



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Connect the SATA cable and the power cable tothe reinstalled HDD.



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Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersReattach the side covers to the computer.

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Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersTurn on the computer, and install Windows.

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for desktop computersReboot the computer, and immediately enter

BIOS setup.

Entering the BIOS setup may be done differently depending on mainboard and/or computer manufacturer.

Usually, you can enter BIOS setup by pressing the Delete key or the F2 key before the boot sequence proceeds to Windows.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersChange IDE mode to AHCI mode.

* AHCI mode is usually found under advanced options.

* Some mainboards may not support AHCI.

(In this case you should obtain a separate driver from the manufacturer of the mainboardor the OS to maximize the performance of the SSD.)

* Once installation is completed, install necessary drivers.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersInstall the Magician program using the CD provided.

* Run the CD located in the black document pouch,then click the setup file in the Magician Software folder to install the program

* You can also download the program and the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersYou can also download the program at the officialSamsung SSD homepage.

You can also download the program and the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd(SSD firmware, Magician software, Samsung Data Migration software)

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersAfter running the Magician program, verify thatthe SSD has been detected correctly.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersCheck the AHCI mode and SATA interface settings.

* If AHCI mode is enabled and the SSD is connected to SATA 3 as shown in the photo,

run OS Optimization setup (in the left menu).

* The SSD performs optimally when using AHCI mode and SATA 3.

Checkingthe Product


DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersIf you are using SATA 2,check whether your mainboard supports SATA 3.

* If SATA 3 is supported, turn off your computer and connect the SSD using SATA 3.

* If SATA 3 is not supported, proceed to the next step.

For more information, please contact the manufacturer of your mainboard.

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DataMigration

Mountingthe SSD



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for desktop computersAfter setup has completed, check OS optimization.

* Run performance benchmark and performance optimization from the left menu to ensure optimal performance.

* For more information, please refer to ‘Help’, located at the lower right corner.

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* The installation and optimization of the SSD is now complete.


for desktop computersPlace the SSD sticker in a prominent location.

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Mountingthe SSD



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Thank you.

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