How to upgrade Surface Pro 9 Storage [Fast and Easy]

Welcome to our channel! In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the process of upgrading the SSD in your Surface Pro 9. If you're looking to enhance your device's storage capacity, improve performance, or simply replace a faulty SSD, you've come to the right place!
Our experienced team will provide you with all the necessary information, tools, and tips to successfully undertake this upgrade. We'll cover everything from preparations and compatibility requirements to disassembly, installation, and post-upgrade optimization.
Stay tuned as we take you on this journey towards boosting your Surface Pro 9's storage capabilities. Join us now and get ready to transform your device into an even more powerful tool!
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To download Windows Recovery Google Search: "Surface Recovery Image Download"
Let me know in the comments below if you have some questions.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:19 Backup Device Prep
1:14 Accessing SSD
1:40 Removing SSD
3:05 Comparing Drives
3:27 Install SSD
3:51 Thermal Pad Install
4:43 Secure The SSD
5:16 Recovery Image Download
5:47 Format USB
7:00 Restore Surface Pro
8:29 Recover From USB
8:53 Final Steps
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[@HowToWojo]

Been learning from KZbin for years.... Wanted to give back some of my knowledge. Like and Subscribe if this video help.

[@RemofRenaissance]

Thank you for this - really appreciated. Out of interest on the market is there a lot of variation on the disk speeds? I'm wondering if you could also get a much faster SSD as an added benefit of changing? Thanks again and wish you all the best on your KZbin journey. Very clean / professional upload!

[@HowToWojo]

@@RemofRenaissance Great questions, yeah you would see some benefits in things loading slightly faster and files transfer quicker. I was mainly shopping for price over performance. You will need to get from a reputable manufacture that can guarantee specs or go off of third party sellers descriptions and test the speed once you install the drive.

[@RemofRenaissance]

@@HowToWojo tThank you! Subscribed. All the best

[@HowToWojo]

@@RemofRenaissance BTW If you did buy the Surface Pro 9, right now Microsoft is running a Black Friday sale. If you reach out to Microsoft chat support they will honor the discount and credit your bank back the $200 sale. Hope that saves you some extra $$$.

[@RemofRenaissance]

@@HowToWojo thank you for this! I’m actually based in the UK but have been looking at deals. I’m debating if I want to go with a Pro 8 instead and wether I can get away with 8GB ram. No gaming for me but loads of spreadsheet analysis and reporting packages like Power BI so running that conundrum on what to do over and over again in my head. Pro 8 is around $950 in UK inclusive of Tax and sometimes with a keyboard but…. 8GB RAM 😐

[@sylvesterwojowojtowicz9270]

SHORT AND TO THE POINT IS The best explanation of this video. Most updated version if you have the the new model. Thank you wojo

[@HowToWojo]

Glad it helped!

[@amitpandeysg2]

Brother u earned another subscriber . Information precise, short and clear. Cheers

[@HowToWojo]

Awesome, thank you!

[@hukejason8465]

This video helps me a lot, thank you very much.

[@HowToWojo]

Glad it helped!

[@grfyo5204]

thank you so much bro

[@anubasm]

thank you so much for this! I subscribed to you.

[@HowToWojo]

Thanks for subbing!

[@wynzavian2000]

Might I add, you will need the Microsoft case that the SSD sit in. Due to the fact that the T6 screw will not line up quite right. It will be off center just so slightly. Removing the case is easy and will help with securing the SSD down with the T6 screw. Otherwise, vibration can cause the SSD to move or malfunction.

[@HowToWojo]

Thanks for letting everyone know about this. I noticed this in the install that it moved slightly just forgot to mention it in the video. I didn't remove the case from mine since I was going to just resell the SSD on ebay.

[@splinx2813]

Can you please show or explain to me how to remove the Microsoft case.

[@David_L3]

Do you have to use the recovery? Can you reinstall using the download from the Media Creation Tool? I want to reinstall it with Win 11 Pro.

[@coralluoma8684]

On mine my overall local disc storage increase, but on all the other things like installed apps and system and reserved it says I can only use 52.4 gb for reach categories. Even though I upgraded to 2t and my local disc says 1.82 Tb.

[@OrangeFrogGaming]

Rather crucial to mention that you MUST prepare your USB drive FIRST!!!

[@HowToWojo]

Good point. I had a second device so didn't think of that.

[@heroburgerdoe5904]

Hi just wondering can I create the recovery USB for surface pro 9 on a PC? My surface pro 9 has a blank Ssd in it. Original was already sold.

[@MNGuy78]

I have a question regarding the recovery image download, so I downloaded it from Microsoft's website for my Surface Pro X, after I extract it, I can see the sources file has an X by it instead of a check mark, is this an issue?

[@HowToWojo]

Not super familiar with recovery process for windows unfortunately. If you found a solution please comment below so we can share with anyone else with the same issue. :)

[@mr.stemedutv5514]

Thanks for video! Where did you get 1tb ssd?

[@HowToWojo]

Thanks for your comment. I went on Ebay and searched 2230 M.2 ssd. A few sellers selling them, just find the best priced one and make sure that they have a 30 day return if anything goes wrong.

[@C_D_Z]

hey so I'm trying to put my 2T into another computer but it won't let me format my card. what do I do? [HELP]

[@kassosouleymane2]

Thanks a lot of for your video, can we get the ssd from microsoft with his case?

[@HowToWojo]

Microsoft does sell these M.2 SSD's but they do charge more than average price for the ssd that they sell. I would recommend doing some research online on some top performers so you can get the most bang for your buck.

[@dude_with_a_knife6836]

Holy shit... for some reason it didn't even occur to me that you might be able to upgrade the ssd on the SP9😂 I'm a pretty technical dude but for some reason i just assumed that this time you get what you get Thank you so much lmao

[@HowToWojo]

Get more bang for your buck. 👌

[@hnoernestobalderas2140]

Does anyone know if it works on surface pro 8? Thanks!

[@CADENACOMERCIAL-yf9xf]

I can´t enter to recovery, I did all the stuff on the video but it dont recognize me the USB and I can´t boot in usb

[@rtcurtis5858]

Very nice! Which variation of Pro 9 do you have here?

[@HowToWojo]

I have the 256gb i7 version

[@donmatheo717]

I'm wondering why Surface Pro 9 is running SSD on PCIe 3.0. According to specs both device and drive are PCIe 4.0 compatible. I wanted to upgrade my drive with WD SN770M SSD(which has 5150MB/s and 4900MB/s read/write speed). It seems pointless when Pro 9 is running SSD in a mode that is limited to 4GB/s(limit for PCIe 3.0 x4). Some YT tutorials for this upgrade include speed tests done after replacement and authors are dissapointed with results. I suspect it is rather a problem with PCIe 3.0 limit than the drive itself.

[@HowToWojo]

I think you are right with that.

[@agibaru1599]

Hello, do you know if this works on the surface pro 9 arm ( 5g sq3)?? please help me

[@HowToWojo]

If it has an SSD slot on the back of it it should be the same process.

[@agibaru1599]

@@HowToWojo Thanks you very much for your time, blessings.

[@ygprmn_id]

i wish they put this modular on the next surface go 4

[@HowToWojo]

Yeah would be nice, but I don't think that they would do that since this is mainly a "Pro" feature.

[@douglaspawlik]

The problem is that you are putting the thermal pad on the wrong side. The surface is designed to heatsink the SSD on the bottom, which is why Microsoft uses a completely enclosed SSD.

[@mostlymessingabout]

Can you show how to clone the SSD? I don't want to reinstall everything

[@HowToWojo]

Cloning a drive is going to require some other cables and tools that unfortunately I do not have access to. I know that @JayzTwoCents makes a great video called "How to clone Windows 10 - The Free and Easy way!" that shows the process of transferring that data. Hope that helps. :)

[@mostlymessingabout]

@@HowToWojo cheers man

[@redoctober2026]

Just wonder why you shut down by pressing the power button? Can you not power down using the windows shutdown button? What's the difference?

[@HowToWojo]

No difference. Just looked better in that shot that I had.

[@DanielHarrisCodes]

Does this void the warranty? If I had to send the device in to Microsoft for repair they would either not replace it or they would send me back a device with the original size SSD in the case of a swap?

[@HowToWojo]

As far as I am aware it is possible that they may say the issue is related to the upgrade that you did. So before you send them the machine I would install the stock SSD and see if you still have same issue and then send the device to them with the original SSD. Incase they replace the device you don't lose out on the upgrade that you did. The way I see it is if they give you the ability to upgrade it why would they deny your warranty.

[@ever6]

I'm so tempted to get one of these dinxe my friend gets discounts on Microsoft products. I'll probably get i9 w 1tb 16 bg version $1869.

[@HowToWojo]

Yeah the i9 definitely would be a pretty good choice. I didn't know that they had an i9 version of this computer. That's pretty epic.

[@tylerwatson561]

Any chance their willing to share the discount code 😅

[@ElielAlvarez]

Do you know if MS surface pro 9 supports ssd of 2Tb or 4Tb?

[@rishiaman2288]

2tb yes, 4 tb idk

[@maddog030]

I've followed your video and my surface will not boot from a usb, could it be the new ssd ? It's a WD black

[@HowToWojo]

Had a similar issue with mine the first time I tried to re-install and different USB and still didn't work. Reached out to manufacture and they replaced the SSD for me and that seemed to solve the issue. Hope that helps.

[@carlosvalencia8749]

My computer goes on a continuous boot and doesn’t repair or load windows. Please help.

[@HowToWojo]

I would format the USB drive with the windows software and try to see if it will boot from it. If not then put in the old storage drive and attempt to follow the same process for upgrade and if it works on old device its possible you have a faulty drive.

[@sungkwanpark9851]

Why Did you insert SSD with paper Sticker? If it didn;t, is there problem?

[@HowToWojo]

Well you can take off the sticker if you want, I kept it on for resale purposes.

[@josh.webber]

#ThugLife. Hahahahahahaha. Sweet dir sir

[@HowToWojo]

Classic Meme

[@paulabboud4843]

Why wouldn't I want to just create a recovery drive from the local Surface Pro 9 itself, rather than do the download and extract files?

[@MrBazsi888]

2TB version would work on Surface 7 Pro plus?

[@HowToWojo]

Yes it should be supported as well. It will be the same install process as shown in the video.

[@freddye7442]

yes

[@johncazaly3294]

Can I install ms office 2019 on the intel i7 version?

[@mugiwaranoluffy999]

no

[@said-4433]

@@mugiwaranoluffy999 Why no? what is the problem?

[@MrLuiwammes]

Hallo ziemlich gut die Anleitung! Das Kühlpad schein aber ein wenig zu dünn zu sein weil die Klappe ohne jeglichen Druck zufällt! So ist nicht sichergestellt das das eine Verbindung zwischen PCIe Festplatte und Gehäuse hergestellt wurde! Das kann zu hoher Erwärmung und Leistungsverslust führen! LG Jürgen

[@Sidb26]

Do you need thermal paste or pad

[@HowToWojo]

Not really needed. But it’s recommended to have the heat transfer pad.

[@Sidb26]

@HowToWojo thank you for replying, it was actually the easiest upgrade I have done, Just made a backup of windows on sd card then reinstalled it after installing ssd

[@sphui]

Where I can find that replacement ssd?

[@HowToWojo]

I found it from a seller on Ebay. Just typed in the SSD name and a bunch of options showed up for me. Just find one that matches your budget and your needed speeds.

[@stevenmitali]

Can it compatible to earlier models?

[@HowToWojo]

From what I saw online the only difference is the way you open the cover for the ssd.

[@farishanafiah8461]

As much as I like the easy SSD upgradability, I'm not sure about having the OS installed in that one SSD. I don't mind having a soldered SSD for the OS and leave the rear slot empty for additional self upgrade.

[@HowToWojo]

I would have to agree with you on that. At least they give us a choice... W Microsoft I guess

[@philliplanos]

For some reason the recovery process gets to 80% and then say an error occurred. Are you familiar with this kind of circumstance?

[@HowToWojo]

I was having a similar issue. I send the SSD back to them and received a new one and it was working. I classified it as faulty, but not 100% sure what the issue was since it fixed once I got a new drive.

[@freeace00]

Guys, be suoer carefull, the acrew ia really weak.

[@HowToWojo]

Yeah its a super small screw, did the screw snap on you?

[@santossniper]

My snap how do I fix it?

[@Motivaties]

​@@santossniper I would just call microsoft and tell them it broke and see if they will waranty it... You might need to ship your surface in and be out of a computer for a lil bit.

[@Kirby7601]

What about ram?

[@HowToWojo]

Unfortunately, the ram is not upgradable on surface devices. It is attached to the motherboard as far as I am aware.

[@MrMaxxx333]

SN740 ?

[@HowToWojo]

Thats not what I used, but I have heard a lot of good things about that WD SSD

[@ISMAILOMAR_ISH3000]

Drive Clone??

[@HowToWojo]

That is a little bit more advanced so I didn’t cover that in this video. I would use this video as a reference for the SSD swap, and use another video that specifically focuses on cloning and that two drives.

[@reddlief]

where is the operating system?

[@mustec1]

Why do you buy the card from

[@HowToWojo]

I found this card on Ebay.

[@strategygalactic]

Don't see a point unless you're running out of space. I have never used up my notebook hard drive. Ever!

[@busterhoodstar6598]

If I've learned anything, it's to never store my files on a computer and maintain them on a minimum of two external drives. Because data recovery is a bitch.

[@HowToWojo]

Yeah I here you there. I needed to upgrade my storage mainly for software, and everything else I just backup the device on cloud/external drives.

[@brianhaygood183]

Yeah, when he sent them to the cloud and acted like that was a reliable option I really cringed. This guy hasn't seen entire ecosystems of online content just disappear one day when a company decides they are done with it.

[@markstewart7559]

OneDrive is NOT a backup!

[@harryp3804]

How much you paid for the 1 TB and how can you use that 256 gigs as external or you have to throw it in the trash bin ?

[@DanielHarrisCodes]

You would need to keep the 256GB drive in case of needing a warranty repair I think.

[@HowToWojo]

I am holding on to it in case of warranty. Or if I sell the device in the future its good to have to resell.

[@Motivaties]

@@DanielHarrisCodes Good call on that.