Samsung Sata3 User's Manual

Samsung SSD Self-Install Photo Guide
for desktop computers
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Bracket
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Carefully open the SSD box.
Make sure that there are no missing components!
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Remove the CD from the black document pouch, and
insert it into the CD-ROM drive.
You can also download the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd .
(See next page)
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You can also download the program at the official
Samsung SSD homepage.
You can also download the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd .
(SSD firmware, Magician software, Samsung Data Migration software)
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Install the Magician program.
*Run the CD, then click the setup file in the Magician Software folder to install the program.
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Install the Data Migration program.
Using Data Migration migrates all of the user's data including the OS.
This means re-installation of the OS is not necessary.
* Run the CD, then click the setup file in the Magician Software folder to install the program.
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Run the Data Migration program,
and then connect the SSD to the computer.
1. On the main screen, click ‘Start’ to run the Data Migration program.
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Connect the SSD to the computer.
2. Connect the SSD to the desktop computer using the SATA to USB connector.
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Run the Data Migration program, and make
sure to the SSD is detected in the program.
3. The Data Migration program will automatically detect the SSD.
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Click the ‘Start Migration’ button to start Data Migration.
* Data Migration migrates the data and the operating system (Windows) installed on the computer
you are using to the SSD you have purchased.
* After data migration is complete, turn off the computer and then disconnect the SSD from the
USB connector.
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Open the cover of your computer.
* The details of how to open the cover differ between computer models. Refer to the service manual
for your computer to open the cover safely.
* You need to open the cover on the opposite side to remove the HDD. This is described in the next step.
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Disconnect all the cables that are connected to the
original HDD (or existing SSD) in your computer.
The cables that have been disconnected from the original HDD need to be reconnected to your new SSD.
It is recommended that you mark these cables in some way so that they are not confused with other cables.
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Remove the HDD by unfastening the screws
holding the HDD in the drive bay.
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Attach the bracket to the SSD.
* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and All-in-One Kit.)
* The bracket may not be necessary, depending on the design of your computer.
* Use four screws to fasten it securely in place.
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Attach the bracket to the SSD.
* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and All-in-One Kit.)
* The bracket may not be necessary, depending on the design of your computer.
* Use four screws to fasten it securely in place.
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Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the location of
the original HDD (usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.
The HDD is usually mounted in SATA port #0, because booting starts at the lowest-numbered SATA port
and then proceeds sequentially. (Port #0, port #1, port #2, and so on.)
Therefore, you need to mount your new SSD in SATA port #0 (vacated by the existing HDD), which is the
lowest-numbered SATA port.
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Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the location of
the original HDD (usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.
The HDD is usually mounted in SATA port #0, because booting starts at the lowest-numbered SATA port
and then proceeds sequentially. (Port #0, port #1, port #2, and so on.)
Therefore, you need to mount your new SSD in SATA port #0 (vacated by the existing HDD), which is the
lowest-numbered SATA port.
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Connect the cables that have been disconnected
from the existing HDD to your new SSD.
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Connect the cables that have been disconnected
from the existing HDD to your new SSD.
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Connect the existing HDD to the port with the
next lowest number.
For example, if the SSD is connected to port #0, then connect the HDD to port #1.
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Connect the existing HDD to the port with the
next lowest number.
For example, if the SSD is connected to port #0, then connect the HDD to port #1.
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Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to the
reinstalled HDD.
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Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to the
reinstalled HDD.
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Reattach the side covers to the computer.
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Reboot the computer, and immediately enter BIOS setup.
Entering the BIOS setup may be done differently depending on mainboard and/or computer manufacturer.
Usually, you can enter BIOS setup by pressing the Delete key or the F2 key before the boot sequence proceeds to Windows.
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Change IDE mode to AHCI mode.
* AHCI mode is usually found under advanced options.
* Some mainboards may not support AHCI.
(In this case you should obtain a separate driver from the manufacturer of the mainboard or the OS
to maximize the performance of the SSD.)
* Once installation is completed, install necessary drivers.
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When you boot up the computer, Windows will detect
the new SSD automatically, and a message will advise
you reboot the computer.
* Once the desktop computer detects the newly mounted SSD, a message will advise you reboot the computer.
This is normal, and you should reboot the computer.
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After rebooting, run the Magician program
to verify that the SSD has been detected correctly.
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Check the AHCI mode and SATA interface settings.
* If AHCI mode is enabled and the SSD is connected to SATA 3 as shown in the photo,
run OS Optimization setup (in the left menu).
* The SSD performs optimally when using AHCI mode and SATA 3.
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If you are using SATA 2, check whether your mainboard
supports SATA 3.
* If SATA 3 is supported, turn off your computer and connect the SSD using SATA 3.
* If SATA 3 is not supported, proceed to the next step.
For more information, please contact the manufacturer of your mainboard.
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After setup has completed, check OS optimization.
* Run performance benchmark and performance optimization from the left menu to ensure optimal performance.
* For more information, please refer to ‘Help’, located at the lower right corner.
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Place the SSD sticker in a prominent location.
The installation and optimization of the SSD is now complete.
Thank you.
© 2013 Samsung Electronics Co.
Samsung SSD Self Installation Photo Guide
for desktop computers (reinstalling Windows)
© 2013 Samsung Electronics Co.
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Bracket
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SSD Self-Install Photo Guide
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Carefully open the SSD box.
Make sure that there are no missing components!
screws
SATA to USB connector
stickers
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SSD Self-Install Photo Guide
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Open the cover of your computer.
* The details of how to open the cover differ between computer models. Refer to the service manual for your
computer to open the cover safely.
* You need to open the cover on the opposite side to remove the HDD. This is described in the next step.
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Disconnect all the cables that are connected to the
original HDD (or existing SSD) in your computer.
The cables that have been disconnected from the original HDD need to be reconnected to your new SSD.
It is recommended that you mark these cables in some way so that they are not confused with other cables.
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Remove the HDD by unfastening the screws
holding the HDD in the drive bay.
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Attach the bracket to the SSD.
* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and Allin-One Kit.)
* The bracket may not be necessary, depending on the design of your computer.
* Use four screws to fasten it securely in place.
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Attach the bracket to the SSD.
* The bracket is sold separately. (However, a bracket is included in the Desktop Kit and Allin-One Kit.)
* The bracket may not be necessary, depending on the design of your computer.
* Use four screws to fasten it securely in place.
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Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the location
of the original HDD. (usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.
The HDD is usually mounted in SATA port #0, because booting starts at the lowest-numbered SATA port
and then proceeds sequentially. (Port #0, port #1, port #2, and so on.)
Therefore, you need to mount your new SSD in SATA port #0 (vacated by the existing HDD), which is
the lowest-numbered SATA port.
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Insert the SSD, fitted with the bracket, into the location
of the original HDD. (usually SATA port #0), and secure it in place.
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Connect the cables that have been disconnected
from the existing HDD to your new SSD.
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Connect the cables that have been disconnected
from the existing HDD to your new SSD.
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Connect the existing HDD to the port with
the next lowest number.
For example, if the SSD is connected to port #0, then connect the HDD to port #1.
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Connect the existing HDD to the port with
the next lowest number.
For example, if the SSD is connected to port #0, then connect the HDD to port #1.
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Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to
the reinstalled HDD.
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Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to
the reinstalled HDD.
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Reattach the side covers to the computer.
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Turn on the computer, and install Windows.
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Reboot the computer, and immediately enter BIOS setup.
Entering the BIOS setup may be done differently depending on mainboard and/or computer manufacturer.
Usually, you can enter BIOS setup by pressing the Delete key or the F2 key before the boot sequence proceeds to Windows.
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Change IDE mode to AHCI mode.
* AHCI mode is usually found under advanced options.
* Some mainboards may not support AHCI.
(In this case you should obtain a separate driver from the manufacturer of the mainboard
or the OS to maximize the performance of the SSD.)
* Once installation is completed, install necessary drivers.
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Install the Magician program using the CD provided.
* Run the CD located in the black document pouch,
then click the setup file in the Magician Software folder to install the program
* You can also download the program and the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd
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You can also download the program at the official
Samsung SSD homepage.
You can also download the program and the guide at www.samsung.com/samsungssd
(SSD firmware, Magician software, Samsung Data Migration software)
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After running the Magician program, verify that
the SSD has been detected correctly.
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Check the AHCI mode and SATA interface settings.
* If AHCI mode is enabled and the SSD is connected to SATA 3 as shown in the photo,
run OS Optimization setup (in the left menu).
* The SSD performs optimally when using AHCI mode and SATA 3.
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If you are using SATA 2,
check whether your mainboard supports SATA 3.
* If SATA 3 is supported, turn off your computer and connect the SSD using SATA 3.
* If SATA 3 is not supported, proceed to the next step.
For more information, please contact the manufacturer of your mainboard.
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After setup has completed, check OS optimization.
* Run performance benchmark and performance optimization from the left menu to ensure optimal performance.
* For more information, please refer to ‘Help’, located at the lower right corner.
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Place the SSD sticker in a prominent location.
* The installation and optimization of the SSD is now complete.
Thank you.
© 2013 Samsung Electronics Co.

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