Toshiba Satellite E45T-A4300 SSD Replacement Guide

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5 - 7 minutes

Rough estimate of how long this takes. (Use this to plan your day, not to feel judged.)

Easy

Difficulty rating: Easy! Minimal disassembly, using only basic tools.

Introduction

Go to step 1

The solid state drive, or SSD in short, has the same functionality of the hard drive in storing data, but without a magnet. If the SSD is damaged from long time use or being given the wrong data, then a replacement for the SSD may be necessary.

What you need

Tools

• 
  Phillips #1 Screwdriver

  $5.49 iFixit$8.99 Moody - Made in USA

  5

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• 
  Spudger

  $3.99 Fixite Carbon Fiber$2.99 Glass Fiber$149.99 Glass Fiber Bundle of 100

  4.9

  Add to cart

Step 1 Back Panel

• Remove the twelve 5 mm Phillips #1 screws from the back panel.
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Step 2

• Pry the back panel open with the plastic spudger or fingernails.
• Pry it gently so that the back panel does not crack.
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Step 3 SSD
• Remove the single 3 mm black screw using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Step 4
• Pull the SSD away from the motherboard.
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