Installing A Sata | Hard Drive Top

Older cases (pre-2015) often have external drive bays accessed via the front panel. The is usually preferred for better airflow and easier access. If your case has a flip-down cover at the very top front, that’s your target.

Connect the L-shaped SATA data cable (usually 7 pins) to the smaller port on the drive, and the other end to an available SATA port on your motherboard. Connect Power Cable: installing a sata hard drive top

: Turn off your PC, unplug the power cable, and hold the power button for 5 seconds to drain any residual energy. 2. Mounting the Drive Older cases (pre-2015) often have external drive bays

Many modern cases have on the back of the motherboard tray. Simply screw the SSD to the bracket (using flat-bottom screws) and plug in SATA data/power. Connect the L-shaped SATA data cable (usually 7