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How Can I replace Optical Drive with a SSD drive?
I have an Optiplex 3020 desktop computer. It has its original 500G HDD hard drive, which came with the PC. I am running out of space. I would like to add an additional SSD disk. I opened the cover and I wasn't to figure it out. I am not sure how can I add an additional hard drive. I don't mind remove optical drive and replacing it with a 4TB SSD drive. Is it possible to add an additional drive? If yes, can someone guide me beside the SSD what else I need installing the SSD? I am a beginner if someone can mention all the steps for me.
Appreciate your help!
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July 10th, 2024 18:22
if you have a slim dvd drive you can replace it w this to add a 2.5 ssd
https://www.amazon.com/axGear-Universal-12-7mm-DVD-ROM-Optical/dp/B01M5E68SP/ref=asc_df_B01M5E68SP/?
If it has a regular height DVD you can install a 2.5 ssd on top of the existing 3.5 hdd in a 3020 DT. the DT has a hdd cage to support two drives. just get a Dell 3.5 to 2.5 adapter. put your 2.5 ssd in the adapter and install it like a second 3.5 drive
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July 10th, 2024 19:06
@redxps630 I'll buy one and give it a try. Thank you!
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July 10th, 2024 19:46
do you have 3020 SFF or DT? pic below shows DT is the tallest. SFF in the middle.
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July 10th, 2024 19:49
this is what DT looks like inside
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July 10th, 2024 19:52
If you have DT you can use this kind of dvd size enclosure
https://www.newegg.com/orico-1106ss-v1-bk-1-x-3-5-drive-to-5-25-bay/p/0VE-000W-00018