CNET editor Dong Ngo shows how you can replace your computer's hard drive with a solid-state drive and be significantly happier with your life.

2. Switch from Hard Disk to M.2/NVMe Solid State Drive Replacing an HDD with a SSD offers a substantial performance upgrade. The two most popular options are M.2/NVMe SSDs and SATA SSDs.

A rash of SSD failures have prompted some users to blame a recent Windows Update. Microsoft insist the problem is not its ...

Use Disk Management to easily set up a new hard drive, SSD, or USB stick under Windows.

How to Connect/Install A Hard Drive to Your Computer After deciding on a proper disk cloning tool, the next step is to connect the new SSD or HDD to your computer, which may vary based on your device.

How to upgrade the 2.5-inch HDD in your Acer Nitro 5 Note: Before beginning any upgrades on a PC, it's a good idea to back up your data in the unlikely event something should go wrong.

There are few ways to make a laptop faster that are as easy and cost-effective as replacing your existing hard drive with a solid state drive (SSD).

How to upgrade the main SSD in Lenovo's Legion 5i 15 Note: Before beginning any upgrades on a PC, it's a good idea to back up your data in the unlikely event something should go wrong.

Microsoft has found no link between the August 2025 KB5063878 security update and customer reports of failure and data ...

This could take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours, depending on how much you have stored on your hard drive. When the process is complete, eject the SSD and shut down your computer.