How to Upgrade an SSH Hard Drive for an ASUS EEE PC 1000 HE
Many people prefer solid-state hard drives (SSH) for use in their computers because there are no moving parts in the drives. This reduces the risk of malfunction and, because it utilizes a computer chip, the information that is stored on it is less likely to become corrupted. Of course you need to ensure the computer you install a solid-state drive in is compatible with the drive. The good news is that the Asus Eee 1000 laptop is designed for use with solid-state drives.
Instructions
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Turn off your Asus Eee and unplug the power cable. Close the screen and turn the computer upside down.
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Slide the rectangular battery out of its port on the side of the bottom of the computer.
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Remove the screws on the upgrade compartment cover located in the middle of the bottom of the computer. It is the only compartment on the bottom of the computer.
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Lift the compartment cover up to expose the hard drive inside. Slide it out of the compartment and set it aside.
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Insert the new solid-state drive into the compartment, ensuring the connector at the end of the drive connects securely to the port in the compartment.
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Replace the compartment cover and screws.
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