Compatibility and upgrades
Fitting an SSD to laptops, desktops, consoles, cameras and external enclosures.
Upgrading a laptop SSD: form factor, interface and cloning
A practical guide to choosing a compatible SSD for your laptop, from M.2 sizes and keys to data migration.
Adding a second SSD: M.2 slots, SATA ports, and shared lanes
Check M.2 slot keys, SATA port availability, and chipset lane sharing before installing a second SSD, then initialize the drive in Disk Management.
Console and handheld storage: PS5 M.2 expansion and small SSDs
How to choose an M.2 SSD for PS5 and microSD for Steam Deck: interface, form factor, keying, speed, and installation steps.
External SSDs: how USB 3.2, USB4 and Thunderbolt set the speed limit
A plain-language guide to how USB 3.2, USB4, and Thunderbolt define the maximum data rate for external solid state drives, and how to verify compatibility.
From camera card to SSD: SD and CFexpress speed classes
How SD and CFexpress speed class ratings ensure a camera card can sustain the transfer rates needed when offloading video footage to a computer or SSD.