Complete ROG Ally SSD Upgrade Guide - The Best Budget 1TB M2
51Are you looking to maximize your internal storage without using an SD card or breaking the bank? Are you worried about the difficulty of opening up an expensive device like this? In this step-by-step guide, I'll show you the entire process required for swapping and upgrading your internal M2 drive. If you're on the lookout for a fantastic budget-friendly drive for your device or a complete guide on how to upgrade, make sure to check this one out!
Background on Solidigm:
https://www.anandtech.com/show/17134/intel-sells-ssd-business-to-sk-hynix-as-new-subsidiary-solidigm
SSD used (Non-Affiliate Links)
Get the cheapest price checked from PC Parts Picker:
Canada - https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/srvD4D/solidigm-p41-plus-1-tb-m2-2230-pcie-40-x4-nvme-solid-state-drive-ssdpfpnu010tz01
US - https://pcpartpicker.com/product/srvD4D/solidigm-p41-plus-1-tb-m2-2230-pcie-40-x4-nvme-solid-state-drive-ssdpfpnu010tz01
Other great alternatives (Affiliate Links):
https://amzn.to/43Zgs8p - Sabrent Rocket 1TB
https://amzn.to/46ppgpI - Sabrent Rocket 2TB
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:11 - The New SSD
0:29 - Removing the Backplate
0:50 - Dealing with Backpanel Locks
1:17 - Pulling off the Back
1:33 - Disconnect the Battery
1:44 - Removing the old SSD
2:01 - Installing the new SSD
2:23 - Connecting the Battery Cable
2:27 - Attaching the Back Panel
2:41 - Closing the Back Panel
2:56 - No Boot Fix
3:04 - First Boot
3:07 - Entering Boot Menu
3:41 - Booting into Recovery Mode
3:50 - Recovery Mode
5:20 - System Preparation Tool
5:28 - Beginning Windows Setup
5:34 - Skip Microsoft Account
6:02 - Finalizing the Windows Setup
6:15 - Setting up Armoury Crate
6:55 - Taskbar Tweaks
7:13 - Installing the Drivers
7:32 - MyAsus and Firmware Updates
8:05 - AMD Adrenaline Tweaks
8:32 - Indexing Tweaks
8:50 - Batch Software Installation
9:08 - Disable Defragging
9:25 - Windows Updates
9:36 - Optimizing Startup
9:59 - Steam Big Picture Mode
▬▬ MY GEAR ▬▬
Camera: [POCO F3](https://www.po.co/global/poco-f3/)
Camera Mount: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B085C4S8XF/)
Camera Arm: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B06XY4YMGH/)
Mount Adapter (for the kit above): [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07ZKZ23X8/)
Microphone: [Shure SM7B](https://www.amazon.ca/Shure-SM7B-Dynamic-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B0002E4Z8M/)
USB Audio Interface: [Focusrite Scarlett Solo](https://www.amazon.ca/Focusrite-SCARLETT-SOLO-3RD-GEN-USB-Audio-Interface/dp/B07QR6Z1JB/)
Microphone Boom Arm: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B001D7UYBO/)
Lights: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08G1CJRL7/)
The intro theme song was created by the talented Jim Gray of Our Ghosts. Be sure to check out his amazing work [here](https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com/).
Please note that this video is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only.