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    Alienware 17R3 and M.2 ports. Cloner Windows

    Discussion in '2015+ Alienware 13 / 15 / 17' started by Mike 06, Jun 15, 2021.

  1. Mike 06

    Mike 06 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello, I currently have a 128gb nvme ssd for windows and a 2.5 1tb ssd for storage.

    I would like to replace the nvme ssd with a new SAMSUNG NVME 980 500 GB.

    Is this SSD compatible with the 17R3?

    Is there a simple tutorial to clone my current ssd to the new ssd in order to start the system simply by replacing the new ssd with the old one?

    Is it necessary to do a manipulation in the bios or will it be plug and play?

    Can I use the new ssd for windows and the second ssd to install games that require longer loading times and keep the ssd 2.5 for other games?

    Thank you for your feedback.