This guide is intended as a general outline of the key steps involved in installing a Solid State Drive (SSD) into
a laptop or desktop computer, and is not intended to provide specic details pertaining to a particular PC
hardware or Operating System (OS) conguration. Check with your motherboard documentation to conrm
that there is a PCIe NVMe M.2 slot available and it can accept the M.2 2280 form factor. If, after reading this
outline, you do not feel condent you can carry out the necessary steps to perform the installation, it is highly
recommended that you contact a qualied service technician for the installation of your SSD.
• To reduce the risk of damage to sensitive electronics by electrostatic discharge, touch an unpainted metal
surface (such as your computer case) with your ngers before touching the SSD to your computer.
• Ensure your working environment is clean, dry, and static-safe.
• Handle your SSD with care and do not touch the gold connectors on the end of the SSD.
• Do not alter, modify, or disassemble the device.
1. Verbatim Vi3000 PCIe NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
2. Host laptop or desktop computer*
3. A non-magnetic tip screwdriver suitable for opening the case, cover, and/or access panel(s) of your
desktop computer or laptop*
4. A non-magnetic tip screwdriver suitable for fastening the M.2 SSD device to the motherboard*
5. A suitable screw to fasten the Vi3000 SSD to your motherboard (typically included with your
motherboard)*
Not included*
Note for those users replacing an existing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or SSD: If you intend to replace an
existing drive on your computer with this SSD by way of cloning or data migration, you will need to procure
data cloning/migration software and complete this process before installing the Vi3000 SSD. There are many
types of data cloning/migration software available online at little or no cost to you.
Verbatim suggests fully backing up your system before performing any hardware or software
modications. Verbatim is not liable for any damage caused by you in the installation of your SSD or
any 3rd party warranty voided during installation.
How to Install the Verbatim Vi3000 PCIe NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
Introduction
For Your Safety and that of the SSD:
You Will Need the Following:
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