Don't throw away your laptop's old SSDs — convert them into external storage instead
· Technology · Engadget
If you have removed an SSD from an unused laptop, you can pair it with an external enclosure to create high-speed storage, offering faster read and write speeds than typical USB drives while extending the drive's useful life. The article notes some ultra-thin laptops, such as Apple MacBooks, solder storage directly onto logic boards, making extraction impossible for those models. It is important to check your SSD's health and ensure any critical data is backed up before formatting, as drives approaching end-of-life should only store non-essential files like bulky AAA games. Affordable enclosures are available, but must match your SSD's form factor — 2.5-inch SATA or M.2 NVMe — and most connect via USB-C for broad device compatibility.
Why it matters
This DIY approach helps individual users extract additional lifespan from idle hardware, directly reducing personal electronic waste while providing a low-cost high-speed storage solution.
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