crwdns2936637:0crwdne2936637:0 crwdns2853008:0crwdne2853008:0 crwdns2918746:0crwdne2918746:0

crwdns2944351:0crwdnd2944351:0Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 SSD Replacementcrwdnd2944351:0crwdne2944351:0

crwdns2933797:0Benjamin Harrellcrwdnd2933797:0crwdne2933797:0

crwdns2936043:0crwdne2936043:0 crwdns2933505:0crwdne2933505:0 Benjamin Harrell

crwdns2933769:0crwdne2933769:0
crwdns2933771:0crwdne2933771:0
crwdns2933801:0crwdne2933801:0
crwdns2866306:0crwdne2866306:0
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3
Type
replacement
Thing
SSD
Title
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 SSD Replacement
Introduction
If your laptop Is having trouble booting windows or installed applications, or you are experiencing long download times, your storage may be the reason why and will need to be replaced or upgraded. Use this guide to properly replace your storage.
Normally, an SSD can last up to 20+ years, but overtime it will degrade, and if you are downloading things often it can be much shorter. You also may want to upgrade to a higher amount of storage, as over the past 10 years software has on average become much larger. Newer SSDs also have higher write speeds and cache sizes, helping your computer run much faster as well as being able to store everything you need it to.
Before you go out and buy a new storage device, make sure the SSD is what is causing your problem! SSDs can be expensive depending on what you buy and where you buy it from. First try to use the techniques found in (guide) to properly diagnose your problems. Additionally, if you are replacing your storage and want to keep any of your old files and downloads that are not saved to the cloud or the internet, you may need to talk to a professional to help you transfer them.
This guide requires opening the laptop case and exposing internal components. Be cautious of sharp edges and avoid touching any circuitry and exposed electronics to prevent damage from static electricity. Use an anti-static wrist strap (such as [product|IF145-071|one of these|new_window=true]) if possible, and make sure your laptop is completely powered off and unplugged before beginning the replacement process.
Time Required Min
crwdns2931287:015crwdne2931287:0
Time Required Max
crwdns2931287:025crwdne2931287:0
Imageid
crwdns2933769:0crwdne2933769:0
crwdns2933771:0crwdne2933771:0
Difficulty
Moderate
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
When reinstalling the new SSD, do not buy a new copy of windows! Your motherboard comes with a copy of windows, and will automatically install it onto your new SSD when you first reboot the computer.
Author
Benjamin Harrell
Public
crwdns2853046:0crwdne2853046:0

crwdns2943215:0crwdne2943215:0

  • Phillips #1 Screwdriver x1 added.
  • iFixit Opening Tool x1 added.
  • Spudger x1 added.
  • Magnetic Project Mat x1 added.
  • Anti-Static Wrist Band x1 added.
  • Tweezers x1 added.

crwdns2943213:0crwdne2943213:0

  • 00UP488 - Lenovo 256GB M.2 NVMe SSD x1 added.

crwdns2935255:0crwdne2935255:0

  • In Progress added.
  • Student In Progress added.

crwdns2933623:0crwdne2933623:0

crwdns2933815:01crwdne2933815:0
crwdns2933769:0crwdne2933769:0
crwdns2933771:0crwdne2933771:0
stepid 398078 stepid 398078
crwdns2933815:02crwdne2933815:0
crwdns2933769:0crwdne2933769:0
crwdns2933771:0crwdne2933771:0
stepid 398080 stepid 398080
crwdns2933815:03crwdne2933815:0
crwdns2933769:0crwdne2933769:0
crwdns2933771:0crwdne2933771:0
stepid 398081 stepid 398081
crwdns2933815:04crwdne2933815:0
crwdns2933769:0crwdne2933769:0
crwdns2933771:0crwdne2933771:0
stepid 398089 stepid 398089