Lenovo Legion Y740 17IRH SSD Upgrade Replacement

Guide to Upgrading Secondary Drive to SSD in Lenovo Legion Y740-17IRH Gaming Laptop

Introduction

• Objective: Tutorial on replacing the secondary spinning drive with a solid-state drive (SSD) in a Lenovo Legion Y740-17IRH gaming laptop.
• Tools Needed: Phillips screwdriver, replacement SSD, possibly an external drive for data transfer.

Steps for SSD Upgrade

1. Identifying the Model:
   • Check the laptop model by looking at the label on the back. Example model: Lenovo Legion Y740-17IRH.
2. Removing Back Cover:
   • Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws from the back cover.
   • Carefully pry open the back cover starting from a corner where there’s a gap.
   • Slide the back cover down towards yourself to remove it.
3. Locating the Secondary Drive:
   • Find the 2.5-inch spinning hard drive, typically located on the bottom left inside the laptop.
4. Data Transfer Consideration:
   • If needed, transfer data from the existing drive to an external drive before continuing.
5. Removing Existing Hard Drive:
   • Unscrew and gently lift the hard drive.
   • Disconnect the SATA connector carefully.
6. Transferring Hard Drive Bracket to SSD:
   • Remove the bracket from the existing hard drive.
   • Attach the bracket to the new SSD using the same screws.
7. Installing the SSD:
   • Connect the SATA connector to the SSD.
   • Align and secure the SSD with the bracket in place.
8. Reassembling the Laptop:
   • Replace the back cover, starting from the top.
   • Ensure everything is aligned correctly before pressing down to close.
   • Replace all screws to secure the back cover.

Post-Installation Steps

1. Initializing New SSD:
   • After installation, the new SSD might not immediately show up in Windows.
   • Right-click the Windows icon (Windows 10: bottom left; Windows 11: center) and select ‘Disk Management’.
   • Initialize and format the new SSD through Disk Management.
2. Data Transfer:
   • Once the SSD is formatted and visible in Windows, transfer data from the external drive (if used) back to the SSD.

Conclusion

• Model Specific: This guide is specific to the Lenovo Legion Y740-17IRH model.
• Support: For further assistance, viewers are encouraged to comment below.

Additional Tips

• Screw Organization: Keep track of screws, as they vary in size.
• Handling Connectors: Be cautious with connectors to avoid damage.
• Tool and Part Links: Links for purchasing tools and the SSD are provided in the video description.