Compatibility: Replace WD 1 TB HDD with 1TB SATA SSD

[SKB_g2d1]

1. 5400 RPM WD SATA internal HDD existing- 2.5"

2. For performance upgrade, looking for a solution

3. WD/Samsung/Crucial (not in order) / other SSD , SATA, 2.5"

4. For example, WD Blue 3D NAND, Samsung 870 QVO, Crucial MX500 3D NAND , any other

5.  Looking for a higher write and read over time with larger data-set, compatibility with motherboard, CPU etc

Thanks

SKB

[Huffer · Accepted solution]

Pages 29-30 here:

Service Manual 

Yes you can just replace the mechanical hard drive with about any 2.5 inch wide and 7mm thick SATA SSD. Samsung 860 is a good choice. Just replace the SSD exactly like a hard drive. If you want to clone you will need some external storage or a usb to 2.5 inch adapter. 

If Windows 10 is activated on the hard drive it will reactivate on the SSD even if installed as a new clean install. You need no Key Code. 

Post back with any other questions and please accept as solution if this is the info you needed. 

[SKB_g2d1]

Thank you