Installing SSD Sata Drive on Dell XPS 8930 Desktop Computer

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When you are ready to install a solid state drive inside your dell xps 8930 desktop, first decide if you are going to use Sata or NVMe; this will help you know which type of ssd drive to order for your Computer upgrade.

Installing a sata ssd Drive inside the dell xps 8930 Desktop Computer was simple. Most Drives now are as simple as connect them and load the operating system on them like with the western digital blue 1tb ssd i installed.

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When installing a new solid state drive, you may choose to go with the same size and brand type drive if you like; I recommend though that you take this opportunity to upgrade your drive to western digital instead of using your existing drive brand if is not wd.

Your Dell XPS 8930 desktop supports both NVMe and Sata type Drives which is an advantage when upgrading your computer using both connections with a solid state drive each like I did. I would recommend using NVMe type Hard Drive instead of Sata first and leaving other drive bay areas for more upgrades later.

On the Dell XPS 8930 Desktop Computer, you have the option to go with NVMe or sata and whichever option you prefer is up to you; know that the power supply must connect to a sata type drive whereas NVMe ssd type drives do not.

I recommend you choose a western digital type of solid state drive, in particular the blue brand which are designed for stability; these are your best hard drives to consider if you are using a sata like connection.

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When wanting to install a new NVMe drive with speed in mind, you may then want to consider using a black solid state drive instead; these are designed to be the for performance.

Next time you are needing to repair your desktop computer due to not booting up, simply installing a new hard drive and operating system on it does the repairs; at that time though I recommend a 1TB ssd drive instead of a mechanical drive.