In this Video I upgrade the SSD to a 4TB drive on my ASUS ROG ally SSD. First time upgrading a SSD for a handheld gaming Device. Heat sink -www.amazon.com...
12:21 I believe you're doing a mistake: The purpose of this insulating strip was to protect the old SSD's integrated circuit witch was not covered with an heatsink. Sticking it back on top of the heatsink of the new SSD makes no sense. It is even counterproductive since it will prevent the flow of air from circulating against this heatsink. Your new SSD is covered with termal pad and the heatsink, it doesn't need an extra layer to keep the warms in those pieces. It'll only reduce the effectiveness of the heatsink.
You should unplug the power cable before swapping ssd to prevent bricking your system. Follow another video as you might not be as lucky doing it this way. The cable connected too the back simply lift black tape on back cover and flick tab up to release the cable then slide metal power cable bracket up and lift power cable upwards towards you as you are looking down on it.
@@zeelong1589 Dito. I never unplugged the battery and I highly advice against doing that with the Ally X. Because that cable is a bitch to remove and replug in. Just be careful and avoid the hassle alltogether...
While I agree that disconnecting the power is good practice, probably better to just YOLO it! That battery connector is a huge PITA! I had to remove the battery to get a better angle to slide that clamp back into place.
12:21
I believe you're doing a mistake:
The purpose of this insulating strip was to protect the old SSD's integrated circuit witch was not covered with an heatsink.
Sticking it back on top of the heatsink of the new SSD makes no sense. It is even counterproductive since it will prevent the flow of air from circulating against this heatsink. Your new SSD is covered with termal pad and the heatsink, it doesn't need an extra layer to keep the warms in those pieces. It'll only reduce the effectiveness of the heatsink.
Very helpful! I was able to successfully swap mine with your video guide! I appreciate it!
Did you unplug power supply cable before swapping ssd??
You should unplug the power cable before swapping ssd to prevent bricking your system. Follow another video as you might not be as lucky doing it this way. The cable connected too the back simply lift black tape on back cover and flick tab up to release the cable then slide metal power cable bracket up and lift power cable upwards towards you as you are looking down on it.
Your right thought about the power right after I stopped recording. 🤦♂
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@@zeelong1589 Dito. I never unplugged the battery and I highly advice against doing that with the Ally X. Because that cable is a bitch to remove and replug in. Just be careful and avoid the hassle alltogether...
While I agree that disconnecting the power is good practice, probably better to just YOLO it! That battery connector is a huge PITA! I had to remove the battery to get a better angle to slide that clamp back into place.
Can this handheld take ssd's with heatsinks by chance?
Yes it can