Installing a SSD

[JMorgan87]

Hi All,

I am looking to install a 2.5" 120GB SSD into my desktop. 

My question is will the stock power supply be enough to power the additional SSD?

It is a 180W mATX block.

I will be keeping the 2TB HDD as a data drive.

I can see that the power supply has another power cable for a sata hardware component and another spare sata slot on the M/B so I have the capability to install it, just not sure whether the PS will be able to power it as well.

Also, I can see that the case has markings for a 2.5" drive, will I need a 2.5" HDD bracket as well? Or will I be able to mount to the markings?

I'm pretty sure I will need a bracket but just want to be sure, don't want to buy one and not need it.

Thanks for any advise in advance.

[banhien · Accepted solution]

Hi,

Firstly you don't need more power and secondly you need a bracket kit. You can buy HP product:

    http://www.disctech.com/Hewlett-Packard-654540-001-2-5-to-3-5-Hard-Drive-Bracket-Adapter

or similar

   https://www.amazon.com/General-Drive-HDD-Adapter-CADDY/dp/B00F3QFKNS

Regards.

[JMorgan87]

Thanks for the quick reply Banhien.
I was pretty sure I needed a bracket, thanks for confirming that for me and thanks for confirming that the power supply will be able to handle the extra ssd.

[JMorgan87]

Just as a note, the case didn't need a 2.5" bracket adapter for the add. It fitted directly into the box as it has screw threads for both sides.

[JMorgan87]

*For the ssd