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How to connect internal SSD from ThinkPad E14 externally for backup?


If the soldered RAM in ThinkPad E14 fails, it may be not possible to access its SSD with OS and files, even if the on-slot RAM is ok. Is it possible to connect such internal SSD, via an USB port or some adapter device for internal SSDs, externally to another laptop for backup?

Some time ago I saw on google how it is sort of possible to make an USB stick from an internal SSD (a special casing with USB cable is needed). Is it the only way, or are there specific devices designed to accommodate internal SSD for external connection to a laptop via USB port?

  👤 richardjam73 Accepted Answer ✓
The drive in an E14 is a M.2 SSD which can be removed and placed in a M.2 Sata to USB Enclosure for external connection to any computer. You can also place that M.2 drive in any other compatible system that takes M.2.

M.2 is the name of the connector on the end of the drive. There are different types of M.2 connector. Most modern SSD M.2 drives are M Keyed. You need to make sure that the enclosure you use is compatible. Most modern enclosures will be.

👤 MasTwit
You will need to back-ups periodically. Soldered RAM or not.
👤 MonaroVXR
You will need to back-ups periodically. Soldered RAM or not.
👤 MonaroVXR
You will need to back-ups periodically. Solderd RAM or not.