Sabrent ROCKET 2230, SB-2130-256, SB-2130-512 - SSD Manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE [PRIMARY DRIVE IN NEW SYSTEM]

Installation by a professional desktop computer technician is recommended. Before continuing with the installation process, it is your responsibility to ensure you follow proper procedures to install your storage device. Some manufacturers may void or limit your motherboard or computer warranty if you proceed with the installation of a new storage device.
Accordingly, by proceeding with any installation, you agree to be solely responsible for any failure to follow any manufacturer's instructions.

REQUIRED TOOLS AND PARTS

1. An appropriate screwdriver for an M.2 screw for installation and, if applicable, any tools required to open the destination device.
2. One screw or fastener for securing the M.2 device to the motherboard.

Note: The necessary screw or hardware for fastening an M.2 device to the motherboard may have been included with your motherboard. If this has not been included, contact your motherboard manufacturer or computer system manufacturer for this information. Additionally, an M.2 standoff may be required and will typically be provided on or with the host device's motherboard.

Note: As an extra precaution, always back up your data to another storage device before beginning work on your PC or device.

INSTALLATION

1. Power down your PC. For extra safety, unplug the PC or flip off the PSU switch. Confirm with your system or motherboard manufacturer for the best power-down process when connecting new hardware to the motherboard.
2. Locate the M.2 slot on your motherboard. Please reference your motherboard user manual for detailed location and orientation of the M.2 slot.
3. Insert the Sabrent Rocket 2230 M.2 NVMe SSD device pin-side first into the M.2 slot, as illustrated.
4. Fasten the opposite end of the SSD to the motherboard with the necessary screw or hardware, as illustrated.
5. Insert the appropriate media required for your intended operation, for example, the bootable Microsoft Windows Installer for OS installation. Other options include bootable software for cloning or image restoration. This media may boot by default, or you may select it in the BIOS/UEFI boot list, or simply the boot menu. Refer to the screen or manual to determine the related keys for these options.
   
6. Power on your PC and access the motherboard BIOS/UEFI to configure your boot options. Accessing your motherboard BIOS/UEFI requires pressing a specific key on your computer system's keyboard during the preliminary stages of the boot process, The required key may be displayed briefly on the screen during this time, Otherwise, refer to your motherboard's or system's manual to determine the key.
7. Save the BIOS/UEFI settings, exit, and continue with your installation or system image restoration.

Note: Microsoft Windows^® 8.1 or newer is recommended for proper NVMe boot support.

INSTALLATION GUIDE (SECONDARY DRIVE IN EXISTING SYSTEM)

1. Install the Sabrent Rocket 2230 M.2 NVMe SSD as per steps 1-4 above and boot into Windows^® from your existing OS drive.
2. In Windows 8^® and later, move the mouse to the lower left corner of your desktop and right-click on the Start Icon, then select "Disk Management."
3. When Disk Management opens, a pop-up should appear and prompt you to initialize the SSD.
4. Select MBR (Master Boot Record) or GPT (GUID partition table) and click OK. MBR is best for certain legacy software compatibility, while GPT is better for modern systems.
5. Right-click in the area that says "Unallocated" and select "New Simple Volume..."
6. The New Simple Volume Wizard will open, click Next.
7. Leave the Specify Volume Size as the maximum (default value) and click Next.
8. Select a Drive Letter and click Next.
9. In the Format Partition screen, decide on a Volume label (the name you want to give the drive) and click Next and then Finish.
   The drive is now formatted and ready for use.

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