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Follow this guide to replace or upgrade the SSD in your Microsoft Surface Pro 11.
Before starting this repair, read through Microsoft's guide on best practices for SSD removal. If your replacement SSD has data on it, make a backup of the drive before installing it.
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Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.
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Lay your Surface Pro screen side down and open the kickstand to about a 90‑degree angle.
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Use your finger to firmly press down on the SSD door indent until the door pops up.
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Remove the SSD door.
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Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the 2.4 mm‑long screw securing the SSD.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to gently lift the notched edge of the SSD enough that you can grip the bottom corners with your fingers.
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Use your fingers or tweezers to pull the SSD straight out of its socket and remove it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Once your laptop is reassembled, follow Microsoft's post SSD replacement guide.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Once your laptop is reassembled, follow Microsoft's post SSD replacement guide.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
