Editing Install A Second SSD in your Rose Laptop (section)

== Installing an SSD ==

=== Bring your laptop to EIT ===
Installing an SSD in your thinkpad may violate the warranty. To our knowledge, EIT has not refused service to anyone for this reason, but it is still something to keep in mind. If you wish to play it safe, simply bring your laptop and your new drive to EIT and have them install it for you. 

=== Install it yourself ===
The quickest way to get your new drive installed is to do so yourself. If you have the appropriate tools, it is not particularly difficult. Before starting, make sure you have the following:

* Precision Screwdriver Set
* Plastic Pry Tool

If you do not have the tools, you can also bring your laptop to a LUG meeting and we will help with the installation. We recommend asking first in Discord so our members know to bring their tools.

To open your laptop, remove all screws from the bottom. Then insert the pry tool into the seam around the laptop's bottom panel, and gently pry upwards until you hear a click. Work your way around the seam until you have freed all the clips, and then lift the panel out of the way. The secondary slot varies in position depending on the generation of your laptop, but it should be accessible without further disassembly.

At this point, remove your SSD from it's packaging and make sure it is the right size and has the right connector. Then remove the prepopulated SSD mounting screw from the slot, as well as the protective film on the thermal pad. Insert the SSD into the slot at a roughly 20 degree angle, and then press it down until the SSD is sitting on the standoff. At this point, you can use the mounting screw to finish installing the SSD.

Re-attach the laptop's bottom panel by lining it up and firmly pressing down on the edges. Work your way around the panel until all of the clips have engaged and it is sitting flush. Then re-insert the screws to finis the installation.

If you run into trouble at any point, feel free to reach out on the LUG Discord.