So I got a 2nd NVMe drive for the open slot on my new Blade 15. But I'm not sure I have the bracket on right after installing it. Is there a video somewhere of doing this upgrade (or even an official Razer doc?
Thanks in advance!
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PERIDOThitOldSilver128
I'm not able to remove the screw on the plate to secure the second ssd. Does anyone know what size philips head should work? Is is possible to buy a replacement plate?
Thanks
I need to buy a replacement plate too, please let me know if you found one!
smartresourcesSand700
Thanks! I think i am referring to that foam backed sticker, was a bit worrried that adding an additional SSD would void the warranty as i would have to remove the foam backed sticker to install the additional ssd. I have been looking everywhere for a video on installing the second ssd but have not had any luck! Thank you!
Just an FYI... that doesn't void the warranty (at least in the US). That hasn't been the law in 50 years.
chemicallymark
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each slots have 4tb pci-gen4 maximum limit on blade 15 advance with 11th gen itel cpu models it is intel s data for 11th gen cpus.
deividas.kreivys
I've made video on how to install NVME :)
Actually copied from original AD
so good method for showing . georgeus.
I appreciate that a number of people put photos and walk throughs on how to install the second HD in the Razer Blade 15 2021 Advanced. I just purchased a 2021 15 advanced and received it yesterday. For me, it was critical that I be able to add a 4tb drive for home video and photos. Last night, I was able to install 64GB RAM and the Sabrent 4TB Rocket NVMe PCIe M.2 2280 Internal SSD High Performance Solid State Drive (SB-ROCKET-4TB) HD. It cannot be installed with the full metal plate that goes over the factory installed HD. The problem is a chip on the 4tb HD hits the plate near where the SSD connects to the MB.
The way I did it was that I unscrewed and removed the metal plate over the 1st HD, then I cut the metal plate so that the 2 screws that hold the main and second HD were intact plus about a quarter inch of buffer past the screw hole that holds the top HD, so an inch or an inch and a half. What you end up with is a short version of the original metal plate. This worked perfectly to screw in both the first and second HDs. The HD is slightly higher than the battery, but the lid fits fine and there is a small air gap between the two drives due to the metal plate.
I show the 64GB of RAM and the 4 TB hd in Windows and they appear to be working fine.
The way I did it was that I unscrewed and removed the metal plate over the 1st HD, then I cut the metal plate so that the 2 screws that hold the main and second HD were intact plus about a quarter inch of buffer past the screw hole that holds the top HD, so an inch or an inch and a half. What you end up with is a short version of the original metal plate. This worked perfectly to screw in both the first and second HDs. The HD is slightly higher than the battery, but the lid fits fine and there is a small air gap between the two drives due to the metal plate.
I show the 64GB of RAM and the 4 TB hd in Windows and they appear to be working fine.
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im shocked about cutting of nmve drive cover to fit ssd. just shocked was this only 2020 crazy after company been around so long. did not like video.
if you get both in is it possible to set it up as a raid 0 stripe for a single fast volume for windows ?
I also got the problem, my 980 Pro is too high after the installation and the back case won't close...
bentvector
Just peel the sticker with the + or x sign on it off the screw and remove it, keeping the rubber washer on it. Install your new NVMe drive and push the screw back in, leaving the rubber washer on to help secure it. I found it too loose if you don't use the washer.
Exactly. I put two 2TB NVMe drives in and they fit fine... as long as you take the washer out and put it on top of the SSD when you put the screw back in.
I have just got the 4k RTX3080 model and managed to install a secondary SSD (Samsung 980 Pro 2TB).
If you try to install it with the washer and screw, it will bulge out from the slot and you won't be able to close the back cover. Just remove the washer and the drive should fit in the slot and then you just screw it on. I think it rises ever so slightly above the battery but there are no issues with closing the back cover.
If you try to install it with the washer and screw, it will bulge out from the slot and you won't be able to close the back cover. Just remove the washer and the drive should fit in the slot and then you just screw it on. I think it rises ever so slightly above the battery but there are no issues with closing the back cover.
I was thinking about buying the 4k 3080 model... and the big reason I was going to go with Razer was that 2nd ssd slot. Is there really no way an ssd fits in there? It's not just the model of drive being used? If anyone gets more clarification on this issue - I'd love to hear it.
chemicallymark
I tried to fit a 2nd SSD this evening in my Razer Advanced 2021. Unless I am doing something incorrect there is an engineering design flaw, which is extremely disappointing for such an expensive laptop.
The 2nd SSD does not mount correctly and cannot be installed level with the battery. The back end sticks up slightly by around 1mm.
Attached are several pictures where you can see how the SSD was installed and the part that stands proud. I put a piece of cardboard you can see clear daylight on the "screw end". The "connection" end is level as it should be.
I also found a very recent youtube video where someone found the exact same issue. I simply cannot believe this basic flaw was not detected during the design phase and quality testing. From about 7min in he starts to get to the SSD installation. This guy actually cuts and modifies the bracket himself to get it to fit correctly, which to be honest is utterly ridiculous.
The Razer website "SSD installation" video is garbage and does not even show the same layout!
Surely Razer must be aware of this issue.
Any comments or ideas?
Thanks!
Bump!
pulseWeldonBluetechno209
Hello
For the Blade 15 Advanced, is the second ssd size 4tb or must it be 2tb....... all sites mention 4tb max and I do not know if this means max on the machine of max for secondary ssd.
Thank you...
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JokingVortex
Does the empty slot on the Razer Blade 15 Advanced 2021 include the mounting screw for an extra drive, or does one have to be purchased? Also, are there any specific instructions on the screwdriver needed to install the drive mounting screw?
You should not have to buy anything. You need a Torx T5 and a PH0 screwdriver for the job.
I tried to fit a 2nd SSD this evening in my Razer Advanced 2021. Unless I am doing something incorrect there is an engineering design flaw, which is extremely disappointing for such an expensive laptop.
The 2nd SSD does not mount correctly and cannot be installed level with the battery. The back end sticks up slightly by around 1mm.
Attached are several pictures where you can see how the SSD was installed and the part that stands proud. I put a piece of cardboard you can see clear daylight on the "screw end". The "connection" end is level as it should be.
I also found a very recent youtube video where someone found the exact same issue. I simply cannot believe this basic flaw was not detected during the design phase and quality testing. From about 7min in he starts to get to the SSD installation. This guy actually cuts and modifies the bracket himself to get it to fit correctly, which to be honest is utterly ridiculous.
The Razer website "SSD installation" video is garbage and does not even show the same layout!
Surely Razer must be aware of this issue.
Any comments or ideas?
Thanks!
The 2nd SSD does not mount correctly and cannot be installed level with the battery. The back end sticks up slightly by around 1mm.
Attached are several pictures where you can see how the SSD was installed and the part that stands proud. I put a piece of cardboard you can see clear daylight on the "screw end". The "connection" end is level as it should be.
I also found a very recent youtube video where someone found the exact same issue. I simply cannot believe this basic flaw was not detected during the design phase and quality testing. From about 7min in he starts to get to the SSD installation. This guy actually cuts and modifies the bracket himself to get it to fit correctly, which to be honest is utterly ridiculous.
The Razer website "SSD installation" video is garbage and does not even show the same layout!
Surely Razer must be aware of this issue.
Any comments or ideas?
Thanks!
Does the empty slot on the Razer Blade 15 Advanced 2021 include the mounting screw for an extra drive, or does one have to be purchased? Also, are there any specific instructions on the screwdriver needed to install the drive mounting screw?
Hello
For the Blade 15 Advanced, is the second ssd size 4tb or must it be 2tb....... all sites mention 4tb max and I do not know if this means max on the machine of max for secondary ssd.
Thank you...
For the Blade 15 Advanced, is the second ssd size 4tb or must it be 2tb....... all sites mention 4tb max and I do not know if this means max on the machine of max for secondary ssd.
Thank you...
which SSD would you recommend for the second slot on the advanced 2021?
I also had trouble getting the m.2 screw out to put nvme drive into 2nd bay in Blade 15 basic. Nearly stripped it but managed to get out with flat blade driver. Getting screw back in was difficult too. Anyone know what the right replacement screw size is? Perhaps m2 3mm or something like that. I was excited to get this laptop today but disappointed that first thing I did was almost strip the screw.
I'm not able to remove the screw on the plate to secure the second ssd. Does anyone know what size philips head should work? Is is possible to buy a replacement plate?
Thanks
Thanks
I've made video on how to install NVME :)
Actually copied from original AD
Actually copied from original AD
i think there needs to be much more clarification about this issue. I am also confused when it come to expanding the ssd on bracket
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