Emtec POWER PLUS Series User manual

Installation Guide
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The SSD does not contain an operating system. You will need to either (1) do a fresh install of
your particular operating system, or (2) clone your existing drive to the new SSD.
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Installation advice Advantages Disadvantages
(1) To install Windows you must have the Product Key for
your version of Windows. See Microsoft label on the
computer or contact Microsoft. Newer brand name
computers generally have the product key stored
within the computer, so you will not need to enter the
key during installation.
Backup your personal data to a second drive. Example:
documents folder, pictures folder, videos, etc...
Install the SSD In the computer : see below
If you do not have Windows installation media, go to
the Microsoft website and search for Windows
installation tool. Follow the instructions to create a USB
or DVD installation media. This is for Windows 10 only.
After installing Windows you must reinstall your
software, hardware drivers and copy your personal
data to the new SSD.
Your operating
system will be in like
new condition.
After installing the
operating system you
will need to reinstall
your software,
hardware drivers and
restore your personal
files to the SSD.
(2) You must use disk cloning software (paid or free).
This type of software is available for free on the
internet. Simply search for “Disk Cloning Software”.
You must also have a USB 3.0 to SATA cable to connect
the SSD to your computer, or a secondary SATA port
and cable for your PC.
Install the SSD In the computer : see below
You are using your
old system so you do
not need to reinstall
your software and
data.
Any operating system
issues that existed on
your old drive will be
moved to the SSD.
(Viruses, malware,
registry errors, etc.).

1 : Preparing the computer for the installation of the SSD
After turning off the computer, disconnect the cables ( Power supply, Network, Display, keyboard,
...). Press the power button about 5 seconds to discharge the residual electricity
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2 : Remove the HDD
Consult the computer’s manufacturer user manual to locate and remove the original HDD. In most
cases, it is necessary to unscrew and remove the side or bottom panel.
Warning!
Static electricity is potentially dangerous to the various electronics components of your computer
during the installation of the SSD. To protect your computer from possible static electricity damage,
we recommend that you touch a metal part of the computer chassis to discharge static electricity
from your body and put yourself at the same electrical potential as your computer.
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3 : Retrieve the HDD Bracket or Adapter
If the original HDD has a bracket or adapter, disassemble it then attach it to the SSD. This support
or this adapter may contain fastening screws. Consult the computer’s manufacturer user manual to
properly attach the bracket or adapter to the SSD.
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4 : Mounting the SSD in the Computer
Insert the SSD into the PC at the original HDD slot according to the computer’s manufacturer user
manual (fixing screws, disc locking by a mechanical system, etc.).
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5 : Close Your Computer
Close the PC and remount all components in their initial position in accordance with the manual.
Plug in the cables (Power supply, Network, Display, keyboard, etc...), and your PC is ready to use
your new EMTEC SSD
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