How to Upgrade Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD Without Losing Data

More and more people have the requirements of upgrading Surface Laptop 5 SSD to get more storage. This post provides a comprehensive guide to learning how to upgrade Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD. Here we go.

Upgrading Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD is the quickest way to get more storage capacity to boost your laptop's performance. You can replace the larger-capacity solid-state drive (SSD) on your Surface Laptop 5. However, how do you make Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD upgrade yourself? This upgrading process needs to be treated carefully. You can read this EaseUS step-by-step guide below as a reference.

Preparations for Upgrading Surface Laptop 5 SSD

It is worth noting that it is essential to make sufficient preparations before replacing and upgrading the SSD with another. The following are the specific preparations that need to be done:

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How to Upgrade Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD

In this part, you will learn in detail how to upgrade Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD. Here are the specific steps and precautions for cloning the old SSD to another and replacing the old SSD with the new one, let's dive in!

⚒️Stage 1. Clone Your Old SSD to the New SSD

Before upgrading your Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD, securing your data or transferring SSD to New SSD to preserve existing settings and files is necessary. This will not only protect your privacy but also avoid unnecessary trouble during the upgrade process.

In this case, you can make a recovery drive to reinstall Windows, which requires multiple steps, such as a USB drive, recovery files, and a USB-C to USB-A connector. However, the process is cumbersome and can be confusing to users. Therefore, it is a better option to use a powerful disk cloning tool like EaseUS Disk Copy for a seamless transition.

Using the disk cloning software, you can create an exact copy of the old SSD to the new SSD, including the OS, applications, and all personal files. With this method, your data integrity is guaranteed, and you don't need to worry about losing or damaging any data when upgrading your SSD. The data on the new SSD will be the same as the old SSD, so you can safely replace the SSD in Surface Laptop 5 while retaining the original usage environment.

Moreover, the EaseUS disk clone software transfers SSD to another very quickly and can complete the entire cloning process relatively quickly, greatly improving the upgrade efficiency. Its interface is simple and intuitive, allowing non-technical users to complete SSD cloning operations easily.

You can successfully replace the Surface Laptop 5 SSD with just a few simple steps.

Prior Notice:

• The "Sector by sector copy" asks the size of your destination disk to be at least equal to or larger than that of the source disk. Leave this feature unchecked if you wish to clone a larger hard disk to a smaller hard disk.
• All data on the destination disk will be completely erased, so take care.

Step 1. To start copying/cloning an entire disk to another, choose this disk as the source disk under "Disk Mode" and click "Next".

Step 2. Choose the other disk as the destination disk.

Step 3. Check the disk layout of the two disks. You can manage the disk layout of the destination disk by selecting "Autofit the disk", "Copy as the source" or "Edit disk layout". 

• "Autofit the disk" makes some changes by default on the destination disk layout so that it can work at its best status.
• "Copy as the source"does not change anything on destination disk and the layout is the same as source disk.
• "Edit disk layout" allows you to manually resize/move partition layout on this destination disk.

Tick the "Check the option if the target is SSD" option to put your SSD in its best performance.

A message now appears, warning you that data will be lost. Please confirm this message by clicking "OK" and then click "Next".

Step 4. Click "Proceed" to officially execute the task.

You can successfully upgrade the SSD in Surface Laptop 5 by using SSD upgrade software to clone old SSD to new SSD. Now, you can download this tool to start the upgrade process.

⚒️Stage 2. Replace the Old SSD and Boot from the New SSD

When you have all the necessary tools and all the data you need cloned onto your SSD, you can replace the old SSD with the new SSD on your Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 by following these steps:

➡️Part 1. Manually Replace the SSD

Step 1. Unplug the laptop and turn it off, and it is best to reduce the battery level to below 25%;

Step 2. Use tweezers to remove the 4 rubber feet on the laptop back cover;

Step 3. Remove the four 3mm screws using a T5 Torx screwdriver to that are in place;

Step 4. Turn your Surface Laptop 5 over and open it as usual. And lift the upper case. You need to be especially careful not to remove it completely, as it is still connected to the laptop by a cable;

Step 5. Please put on your anti-static wrist strap and attach it to the side of the laptop chassis to ground it.

Step 6. Use the tip of a spudger to insert under one edge of the magnet connector and pry up to disconnect the keyboard and touchpad cable;

Step 7. Remove the upper case and place it on a clean table;

Step 8. Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the 2.7mm screws holding the SSD in place;

Step 9. Pull the SSD out of the slot and remove it gently, then replace it with the new SSD.

Step 10. Restore everything according to the above disassembly steps.

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➡️Part 2. Boot from the New SSD

After finishing the replacement process, you can boot from the new SSD to check if it was successful. Here are the steps to enter the BIOS/UEFI setting and boot from the cloned SSD.

If you also want to learn how to upgrade the Surface Laptop Studio SSD, you can click the link below.

Reasons for Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD Upgrade

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD Upgrade is necessary to expand storage capacity to accommodate growing data demands or improve system performance for faster read and write speeds.

In addition, upgrading the SSD can improve the overall response speed and application loading time of Surface Laptop 5, extending its service life. More importantly, upgrading the SSD can meet the performance requirements of some professional specific software. With the development of SSD technology, upgrading SSD by yourself has become a cost-effective way to improve laptop's performance.

To Wrap Things Up

In summary, a Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD upgrade can be achieved using the correct method. In this situation, using a professional SSD upgrade software like EaseUS Disk Copy is essential to make sure data safety and complete SSD replacement efficiently. Follow the detailed guide above to start your journey of upgrading your SSD.

FAQs about Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 SSD Replacement

1. Can you add SSD to Surface Laptop 5?

Yes, you can add SSD to Surface Laptop 5. Please note that you should purchase an M. 2 2230, not an M. 2 2280 SSD, which will be too large.

2. Is Surface Laptop 5 RAM upgradable?

Sorry, it is impossible to upgrade the RAM on the Surface Laptop 5. The RAM is soldered onto the motherboard and does not have an additional RAM slot for expansion. If you want to get more storage, you can upgrade your SSD.

3. How to replace the SSD on Microsoft Surface Laptop 5?

To remove or replace the SSD on your Surface Laptop 5:

• Step 1. Remove the laptop feet and screws.
• Step 2. Separate the keyboard from the base. 
• Step 3. Find out the SSD and M.2 slot just below the keyboard. You can use a Torx screwdriver to remove the screws and remove the SSD.