Aspire A515-54 How to Install an Additional Hard Drive

[@GroudFrank]

It's great that a manufacturer is EMPOWERING with the knowledge of upgrading their own device! This is fantastic!

[@fanciot]

Cable part number: 50.HEPN8.007 Bracket part number: 33.HEPN8.003 4 screws size: M2.0x4.5 (to attach the Ssd/HDD assembly to main body) 4 screws size: M3.0x3.0 ( to attach the bracket to Ssd/HDD)

[@danielacero5518]

me podrías ayudar donde lo puedo comprar en amazon no encuentro

[@c-a-t-entertinment7075]

Well done Acer on letting us open up and make upgrades on your devices! You deserve much more respect then Greedy Apple, where they restrict their costumers devices and not allow them to make changes or upgrades on their own.

[@johnsmithgames6132]

At about 3:18 when the installer is connecting the cable his hands cover up the process. The printing on the cable should be facing you, and you need to push the connector in straight, flat, and all the way in before closing the lock. I didn't get mine all the way in and had to redo the process to get the drive to work. A powerful magnifying glass helped.

[@MariyaMartell]

Thank you!

[@TheBroke_Guy]

Pete the real is right

[@ДимитърАндонов-ъ7е]

C'mon man that's common sense, also the cable end has a white line which tels you to what depth it needs to go..

[@ewokproductions6150]

very easy to follow video, directions are clear and great visuals! props to the acer team

[@caravaggio7241]

so nice to have a tech video like this, i have a very very old aspire 5741 series with win7, this gives me much confidence to get another latest model from acer, since i am more used to DIY when it comes to upgrade.

[@angelrsdad]

Spot on, I've just replaced my 2006 Aspire 5920G with this model for exactly the same reasons

[@stylezlp]

Instructions are the same for the Aspire A515-55. If needing the parts, the Bracket is Part # 33.HGLN7.001 and the Cable is Part # 50.HGLN7.003 . Purchased both on eBay.

[@kdawson020279]

Be cautious with the black and white wires going to the WLAN card. The black wire closest to the screw holding it down was soldered poorly on mine and had to be re-soldered as it had a poor bond. You can get a slightly thicker drive to fit if you remove the foam padding on the bottom plastic panel but it is a very cozy arrangement so verify thickness before you order. Save for the loose wire, the install went well with just a plastic pry tool, screwdriver set, and the hard drive kit.

[@tyreesecayton972]

Can we get another video with ram upgrade on this exact model please?

[@TheWillrus]

It's on the left next to the copper heat pipe. Should be pretty standard

[@MatthewTrussell]

My laptop does not have the mounting bracket or connector cable inside... Where can I buy these?

[@zzoinks]

On the website, Acer says if your laptop doesn't come with the bracket or connector, to contact support. They gave this link: www.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/service-contact My laptop comes with the bracket in the box. I think my bracket is not already installed in the laptop.

[@biktimirov78]

Hello. Please write part number for this cable. Thank you.

[@Xxmeca421xX]

A company that shows you how upgrade... nice

[@TheKinderOne]

I am assuming the hard drive you are putting in you bought separately correct? It didnt come with your computer?

[@molekulaTV]

Hi. Opening it (to add the second HD) would mean loss of varanty or not? (Just bought it , very satisfied but need a quick reply on this, thanks!)

[@DrDuke]

Mine did not come with the mounting bracket or the connecter. Where can you send me one.

[@JoseMendez-er3ot]

I can't remove the wireless card because the screw is too tight and I can't get it out :(

[@alvarfra]

Excelent video !!!....however I have a problem my A515-54 does not recognized the barracuda SSD 1T I installed ! How can identidy if the problem is the connectors or the SSD?...need you support

[@drmtva]

I have different Acer Model, mine is (A515-55-56VK) , Screw for LAN chip (wireless card) was very very tight, Unable to remove it , I wish it was as easy as model A515-54 model.

[@germanpablosantivanez4835]

gracias por el videotutorial,tengo una duda hasta cuanto de capasidad se puede aumentar la memoria ssd?,saludos

[@j.l.6181]

Thank You. I didn't realize you needed to remove the wireless card to connect the SATA cable and was having issues until I saw this. Thanks again!

[@Buff_Dave_Oprtr]

Hi. I have a very important "out of warranty" question. I have an older model SW-5.I down loaded some updates for my drive,from your site. Do I have to manually install them,or,am I good to go?

[@fanciot]

Have you check the INTERNAL area of the laptop? In some models the bracket is just inside the laptop case.

[@ryansalewski8064]

Where can I get the HDD mounting bracket and cable from?

[@zzoinks]

On their website, they say if your laptop doesn't come with the bracket/cable, contact Acer support. They link to this page: www.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/service-contact

[@zzoinks]

My laptop comes with the bracket in the box. I think my bracket is not already installed in my laptop.

[@junrelsapanta2481]

Does the warranty will be viod in upgrading Drive?

[@JanudaSeneviratne]

Don't have an additional hard drive yet satisfying to watch

[@tigre6960]

This hard drive do not come with the notebook? Because for me come the kit hdd 2,5 but not these hard drive so I need to buy one to install this?

[@shimzard]

Hi, my laptop came without the HDD bracket nor the HDD sata connector. Is it possible acer could send the spare parts?

[@Moldyvoldym]

Does ACER have the screws for the drive to attach to the bracket? Lost mine a long time ago

[@alanqueiroz9957]

how can i buy an upgrade kit? it just hasn't came with my new laptop. (it was only ssd but i can't find any cable)

[@JJHP_1]

thx but i need to upgrade my Acer Aspire 5 A514-52g thx again for this it great for my knowladge

[@leoamorim1979]

Hi...and how it will show at Bios? I plugged everything but it is just showing hdd1 mv2 but not hdd0 like my ssd 480gb...any config to be done at bios?

[@NortelGeek]

My ribbon cable is too small. It was stuck under the plastic. I'd have to move the module to get it close enough to clip into the MB slot. Did they include the wrong cable?

[@jonathancaburnay8231]

Does this method also works on Acer Aspire 5 A515-54-51DJ

[@denysolivera]

I'm interested in this answer as well. Also, I'd like to know if this model has space got an additional drive or if one has to replace the one that comes with it

[@jonathancaburnay8231]

@@denysolivera They provided a toolkit for adding additional drive but I haven't opened my laptop yet. But I think yes, there is another slot for additional hdd/sdd.

[@impoppy9145]

@@jonathancaburnay8231 If they provided a toolkit then clearly you can do it. Why asking in the first place? Your laptop looks exactly the same as this one.

[@jonathancaburnay8231]

Update: I've opened my laptop and yes, there is another slot for hdd/sdd. My operation was successful and my laptop is working fine with expanded storage 😄

[@theepak7]

@@jonathancaburnay8231 please tell me about the ram upgradation, is there an extra slot for the upgradation or do we have to replace the existing one?

[@Wolfie6020]

Thank you - worked perfectly.

[@mmmay9278]

I don't think I got a bag with the additional screws -- what size are they and is there anywhere you'd suggest I buy them from?

[@vanesafernandez-trujillofa8717]

It's a bit late so I'm sure you've already got it, but they're M3x4 screws. As for where to buy them, either from a local hardware store maybe or some online site like AliExpress.

[@mesausa]

Call customer service and they may sent you the missing parts for free.

[@paulzimmerman1212]

So is this for a second hard drive or replacing the original? Can this laptop have 2 hard drives installed?

[@DRthunder16]

thanks, you helped me alot!

[@israel.ortega]

This video helps For my A515-44-R41B ?

[@dec1m231]

а после этого в биосе нечего не надо настривать? просто включил и все норм?

[@mr_hoxworth8837]

There is always stuck screw while opening this laptop. Bought 2 set of screwdrivers just to open back cover due to 1 stuck screw. Now, the wireless card screw is completely stuck, with erased head which can't be unscrewed

[@gabrielalem123]

Yo tengo una acer aspire 5 N19C3 y el conector sata flex no vino incluído. Quise comprarlo por separado y en Argentina no se consigue. Importarlo es muy costoso ¿Por qué no incliyen el conector en el interior?

[@stevieg7403]

What type of data cable was used?

[@svitodar]

Thanks! Also compatible with Acer Aspire A515-55 N18Q13

[@naknampoochoutlaw641]

do I need a new hdd for extra storage or is it ok with an old hdd?

[@mikeshelton4140]

Only if it is a 2,5 inch drive, of 7 mm thickness, as mentioned in the excellent video.

[@chandrasekhar3671]

Can we install nvme M2 by using connector instead of ssd harddrive. If yes will I get the mentioned speed or it lowers.

[@theepak7]

No extra m2 nvme slot I think

[@mesausa]

You can use M.2 NGFF SSD to 2.5" SATA III Enclosure of 7mm as in this ebay post for example tinyurl.com/yarr42qx

[@Mrwigglyau]

is this the same process for the A515-55?

[@VinayakPattanashetti]

Instead of HDD, can we put SSD in same slot?

[@MariyaMartell]

Yes.

[@mikeshelton4140]

Yes. I have done this on an A515-54-59X2 and an A515-55G-53QD. I used a Crucial 480GB SSD (good performance and price).

[@zuuuubiq]

Thank you very much! Have done it easily!

[@london84me]

How much this laptop price I couldn’t find this one on google

[@14chstr]

hi, are sata flex cable standard for all an515 laptops?

[@ariffashlihakiki880]

Can i should reinstal os when i have ssd and want to add hdd for double storage?

[@davidbennett3004]

After installing the new drive, it is the 0 drive and the OS drive is 1, the BIOS keeps trying to boot into the empty drive. I change the boot order and it boots up but it keeps reverting. How to fix this?

[@vikaskhatri47072]

Does installing an HDD void the warranty?

[@jakeowens1895]

It does not unless you damage it in any way while installing. There is no do note remove sticker like things with this PC. Good luck man!

[@Rindmann]

I have an Acer aspire 5 a515-52g. Can I add a SSD to it? It came with a 256 gb one already. Thx

[@mesausa]

I believe so. You may get similar caddy here tinyurl.com/y7d9aos5 but you need to open the laptop to make sure that it has additional slot for additional SSD.

[@J.Buenaventura-Durruti]

Hey bro, how is t name of this cable n t type?¿? I need one for my laptop asus.

[@sreedarsh1]

What is the form size of the Hard disk..,2.5 inch form factor will work..?

[@mesausa]

Yes, 2.5" but with 7mm thickness only

[@DrDuke]

Mine didn’t come with the hard drive connecter or the mounting screws

[@jameswitch1513]

Mine had them separately in the box and I didn't even know what it was. Maybe yours was supposed to be in the box too but they forgot? I know your comment was a month ago but maybe you could ask

[@fanciot]

Have you check the INTERNAL area of the laptop? In some models the bracket is just inside the laptop case.

[@ivanmabini88]

I bought a refurbished product and this doesn’t come with it. Where can i find this?

[@yessidherrera]

If adding an SSD to the new laptop loses the warranty ???

[@tendollarbanana]

Does Acer sell the caddy or cable seperately? The laptop I'm looking at needs them to install a 2.5" drive, but does not include them.

[@bradley9856]

the caddy and cable are shipped with the laptop

[@impoppy9145]

They are shipped WITH the laptop or INSIDE the laptop.

[@staceyanderton1562]

@@impoppy9145 mine never came with the cable 😩

[@AV-ku8gm]

I looked inside the laptop... no caddy and cable. I probably found the right cable. Where to buy a suitable caddy for Aspire 3 model A315-54-33PK ?

[@mesausa]

@@staceyanderton1562 Call customer service. They may send you the missing part for free.

[@milanmondal7851]

Hi there, could you possibly tell me the MX250 graphics card tdp? Is it 10W or 30W? Thanks before time

[@ashishshinde7127]

Its 10W

[@jssspace]

@@ashishshinde7127 This article suggests it's the 30W: www.ultrabookreview.com/26161-nvidia-mx250-benchmarks/

[@Josh2LikesMusic]

this video is useful but its kinda confusing because ive seen at least 3 different types of the same laptop so how am i supposed to know if this one is the same as mine

[@vz4670]

They are ± the same. The only difference is in connector's locations

[@chandrasekhar3671]

Kindly help me can i upgrade hdd instead of ssd may be the case they provided is supported to ssd will the hard disk attached else we need to buy any other case.

[@theepak7]

U need to buy the 7mm ssd or hdd to use in this given space.

[@sushantkumarsonu2818]

Can we expand ram on this model if yes then maximum capacity?? And please provide a video for ram also...

[@athulmuralidharan1272]

Yes, Upto 20GB

[@theepak7]

Only one slot provided, no extra slot for upgradation. You need to remove the existing one to replace the new one for upgradation.

[@mirajane608]

can i install hdd like this on my acer nitro 5??

[@pianodry]

hello can we set any ssd 2.5 up ? samsung 860 qvo 2 tera for example ? thx

[@ejojo13]

2.5 inch SSD's come in a 7mm or a 9.5mm height=thickness To be on the safe side, always go for the 7mm version as that's what I did with my 3.84GB SSD early this yr for one of the 2 ACER laptops that I purchased for myself.

[@leandroalvesbr]

Worked perfectly! (BR)

[@roberthiggins2162]

3:15 locking clip. My locking clip broke off. How do I get a replacement locking clip?

[@kirohennessy2123]

Can I install with a 2.5 inch SSD?

[@mariushmedias]

Yes, you can install SSDs or mechanical hard drives, as long as it's maximum 7mm tall (there are some that are 9mm tall or even taller, those won't do, there's not enough room inside for them)

[@spottedflametheflame]

A 7.5mm SSD is the same as a 2.5 inch SSD. So yes you can install a 2.5 inch SSD.

[@asadnawaz5898]

@@spottedflametheflame do you know what is the maximum storage capacity that it can support?

[@rtey274]

@@mariushmedias can a Samsung evo 860 ssd fit In this laptop?

[@theepak7]

@@asadnawaz5898 1tb tested OK, not sure about 2tb

[@Buatifulife1234]

Hi, I have Acer aspire 5s model A515-54G, my C drive has been full and my laptop is not starting, what to do now, please help me Sir

[@Amritthind40]

Please share compatible hard disk with this model?

[@kentd2869]

for A515-54-37u3, what the ram speed in the laptop? 2400mhz or 2666?

[@goodnamesarehardok2495]

you can check by opening task manager, going into performance, and looking at the RAM section, you'll probably be at 2400

[@asadnawaz5898]

What is the maximum capacity that it support? 2TB?

[@theepak7]

1 TB tested OK. Not sure about 2 TB

[@CaptainYossarian]

Where do I get the power cable?

[@filipe12829]

Eu instalei conforme explicado mas o SSD não aparece no sistema! O que fazer??

[@aogultegin]

I have Helios 500(PH 517-51). Predator Sense doesn't respond. After reinstalling, it works until rebooting. Then, it is same, it doesn't respond.

[@СергійРоманчук-ж9ш]

Thank you. Its help!

[@saitarun7140]

Does this have slot for graphic card upgradation?

[@skmd_masud]

Laptop graphic card is not upgradeable!!

[@luketarry1418]

I opened mine up to take out the hard drive and there was no hard drive to take out, help

[@denysolivera]

Does anybody knows if I can do a ram upgrade in this model? Does it have an adittional slot for a second ddr4 ram?

[@mubeenmi4i370]

4gb RAM is soldered onto motherboard and another 4gb RAM is given in the slot(for general configuration). To add additional RAM you need to remove this 4gb and replace it with another(Max upto 16gb)

[@cterry511]

Yes you can. I did I have 2x 8gb now

[@cterry511]

Actually my guts are different then the one on screen. I would check with the manual and see. I got mine on prime day.. From Amazon if that's the one you have your good

[@impoppy9145]

@@cterry511 Maybe you have the model with the NVIDIA GPU which is a huge difference (You should see more parts and more cooling for the GPU)

[@jakeowens1895]

@@cterry511 This one comes with 4gb with no extra. They would just need to purchase ram from 4-16gb that is compatible with the model.

[@creeperthekingcreeper8234]

Is this the same for most aspire 5 laptops?

[@swaag_3913]

yes

[@wheyprotein473]

Where i get this cable

[@utilizatori]

Are not this kind of cables universal?

[@amirsatardekar779]

Can i use ssd instead of HDD?

[@fanciot]

yes, you can. and a silent ssd is better than a noising hdd

[@sorimasori]

saya baru mau masang hard drive kyk begini.. heuheuheu.

[@mahmoodshaikh2755]

Can I upgrade to a backlit keyboard??

[@fanciot]

no, in that model there isn't any power source and cable for a backlit keyboard

[@ghostfjdgcsusvsgsj]

This is very helpful

[@maicycristina2408]

Se não instalar tem algum problema?

[@sumedhborde579]

can i install hdd in acer aspire 7

[@keropipoo]

How about how to set to 3200mhz of ram speed ?

[@vinaydangwal924]

Does doing this void warranty ?

[@jakeowens1895]

It does not. Good luck!

[@pubudusandaruwan4204]

how to drivers install aspire A515 54G laptop? link please to download drivers

[@GamerOneStrike]

I hadn't any of details for sata III goes with my notebook acer aspire 55g-33TO

[@rofiq4017]

kalo dipasang pake ssd sata bisa apa ga 🆖🆎

[@online6732]

After installing this hard drive, the case is not closing properly exactly in the area where the HDD is...what the hell should I do?

[@mikeshelton4140]

It seems like the hard disk is too thick: it has to be 7 mm thick at the most. Maybe you should consider a modern SSD?

[@bignog3650]

What are the exact dimensions of the hard drive i need for the laptop?

[@viestursgfl6178]

harddrives come in 2 sizes, 3.5 inch and 2.5 inch, you're looking for a 2.5 inch drive

[@SidneyDourado]

7mm high

[@Алина-щ7ш6т]

Вай фай модуль так крепко вкручен что подобрав нужную отвёртку я просто слизал штуку куда вставляют отвёртку(

[@jsierra3312]

как решили проблему?

[@kaywark9829]

I buy acer nitro 5 gaming.but not include cable connect for HDD

[@simesilovic4867]

I have Acer Aspire 3 how do I turn the function keys off pls help I cant find anything on youtube that works

[@impoppy9145]

Turn them off from the Bios

[@hadesian1103]

I can only boot from NVMe M.2 ssd. How come I can't boot from adding the SSD? Thanks

[@cutecrittersandfriends]

Probably because the new SSD doesn't have a software build installed, (windows, macos, etc)

[@yuminago]

because the SATA connection isnt standard so it cant be used to boot while the nvme m.2 slot is completely standard allowing you to boot. preferably you will want to boot from the nvme ssd anyway since its faster and (usually) more reliable

[@impoppy9145]

Because you didn't install windows or other operating system on it DUH or you didn't configure your BIOS right. However you should always boot from the NVMe M.2 ssd that came with your laptop because it is A LOT FASTER. Mine boots all the way to the desktop in only 5 seconds when pressing the power button from a complete shutdown. It sorta makes sleep or closing the lid useless 😂 Back to the topic, you can use your other drive and install all programs on it so I don't see why you want to ruin your laptop original configuration when clearly you don't have enough knowledge on this specific subject (That's why you asked in the first place). You'll only make more problems than solutions.

[@Vishal-Pawar]

Can anyone please suggest me best HDD for this model and where to buy from?

[@Amonny]

Just buy any good internal SSD. HDDs aren't worth buying anymore.

[@jakeowens1895]

@@Amonny agreed. Get a SSD if you can afford it. If not get any HDD that you can with the most GB's you can. Make the SSD that comes with it the main drive the computer runs on and rely on the HDD for memory only.

[@theepak7]

Seagate 7mm HDD will be fine.