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Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement

Introduction

If you need to replace the Solid State Drive (SSD) on your Lenovo ThinkPad T495s, this is the guide for you! SSDs use flash-based memory, which is much faster than a traditional hard drive. Installing an SSD in your laptop is one of the best ways to speed up your laptop.

What you need

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Do not begin until the laptop is unplugged and completely powered off.

    • Flip the laptop over to reveal the back panel of the laptop.

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  3. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Loosen the five 4.0 mm captive screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • The screws will stay attached to the back cover as you lift it off.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement, SSD: step 3, image 1 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement, SSD: step 3, image 2 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad T495s SSD Replacement, SSD: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew one 2.2 mm screw at the bottom of the SSD.

    • Use your hands to pull the SSD toward yourself, removing the SSD.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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