Acer nitro 5 515-42 R6GV upgrades

B4ttleSky
B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
edited November 2023 in 2019 Archives
hello,

i been planning to upgrade my laptop's RAM(+8gb) and add an SSD(120gb/240gb) without removing the hdd. i would be happy if someone would name the RAM and SSD that would support the hardware.

i would be happy if u could share the INDIAN websites where i can purchase for cheap.

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  • Commodore_1995#
    Commodore_1995# ACE Posts: 98,305 Trailblazer
    edited August 2019 Answer ✓
    The next step is to press f2 to enter uefi as soon as you turn on the notebook and check if ssd is being recognized in the information tab.

    Then create a password in setsupervisorpassword and disable secureboot while still in uefi. Also enable the f12 boot menu function and press f10 to save on exit.Download easy partition or macrium reflect and clone hdd to ssd by selecting all partitions:
    https://youtu.be/lKZDO9fDsqk
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  • check here my friend:

    Download the crucial Indiana tool: https://www.crucial.in/
    about ssd, check this link: https://www.userbenchmark.com/System/Acer-Nitro-AN515-42/89407
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  • Throwed
    Throwed Member Posts: 7

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    B4ttleSky said:
    hello,

    i been planning to upgrade my laptop's RAM(+8gb) and add an SSD(120gb/240gb) without removing the hdd. i would be happy if someone would name the RAM and SSD that would support the hardware.

    i would be happy if u could share the INDIAN websites where i can purchase for cheap.

    You have the exact same model I have, and this is what I copped.

    https://www.amazon.com/Patriot-Performance-PC4-19200-2400MHZ-PV48G240C5S/dp/B01KBKHK56/ref=pd_rhf_sc_p_img_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2CNQ927NEHJHRXD12PQT
  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    check here my friend:

    Download the crucial Indiana tool: https://www.crucial.in/
    about ssd, check this link: https://www.userbenchmark.com/System/Acer-Nitro-AN515-42/89407
    which ssd works on this laptop? iam kinda new to these stuff..
     ty :D
  • There are several models that are compatible. The benchmark link I submitted shows some models that were installed by other users.
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  • andylb
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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    Is this combo good for my model?

    Crucial CT8G4SFS824A 8GB DDR4-2400 PC4-19200 CL-17 SODIMM RAM https://www.amazon.in/dp/B01BIWKP58/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1looDb7453VXX


    Western Digital 240GB Internal Solid State Drive (WDS240G2G0B) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B078WYS5K6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jnooDb8711RS3
  • andylb
    andylb ACE Posts: 3,827 Pathfinder
    B4ttleSky said:
    Is this combo good for my model?

    Crucial CT8G4SFS824A 8GB DDR4-2400 PC4-19200 CL-17 SODIMM RAM https://www.amazon.in/dp/B01BIWKP58/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1looDb7453VXX


    Western Digital 240GB Internal Solid State Drive (WDS240G2G0B) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B078WYS5K6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jnooDb8711RS3
    I'm not the expert here on SSD's but the Crucial RAM is perfect. Please click Yes 

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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    andylb said:
    B4ttleSky said:
    Is this combo good for my model?

    Crucial CT8G4SFS824A 8GB DDR4-2400 PC4-19200 CL-17 SODIMM RAM https://www.amazon.in/dp/B01BIWKP58/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1looDb7453VXX


    Western Digital 240GB Internal Solid State Drive (WDS240G2G0B) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B078WYS5K6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jnooDb8711RS3
    I'm not the expert here on SSD's but the Crucial RAM is perfect. Please click Yes 
    should i purchase the ram then? would be helpfull if someone can say about the ssd :D

    thanks
  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    which one would you think is better adding? ssd or ram? if ssd how do i reinstall windows in it?
  • Commodore_1995#
    Commodore_1995# ACE Posts: 98,305 Trailblazer
    edited July 2019
    It depends. Some programs like corel draw for example require a larger amount of ram. Already ssd, will start programs and windows faster. This model only accepts sata model, see: https://translate.google.com.br/translate?hl=pt-BR&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fbr.answers.acer.com%2Fapp%2Fanswers%2Fdetail%2Fa_id%2F61584%2F~%2Fque-tipo-de-unidades-m.2-s%25C3%25A3o-suportadas-no-nitro-5

    Support ssd m2 2280 sata 3 with 512gb: 
    https://www.userbenchmark.com/System/Acer-Nitro-AN515-42/89407
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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    It depends. Some programs like corel draw for example require a larger amount of ram. Already ssd, will start programs and windows faster. This model only accepts sata model, see: https://translate.google.com.br/translate?hl=pt-BR&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fbr.answers.acer.com%2Fapp%2Fanswers%2Fdetail%2Fa_id%2F61584%2F~%2Fque-tipo-de-unidades-m.2-s%25C3%25A3o-suportadas-no-nitro-5

    Support ssd m2 2280 sata 3 with 512gb: https://www.userbenchmark.com/System/Acer-Nitro-AN515-42/89407
    thanks for the information... just ordered the above ram and ssd...

    can you help me on how to reinstall windows in SSD and use that as the boot drive? like use SSD as boot and HDD as storage.

    it would be really awesome if you could help me with that! also do i need to purchase windows again in order to install it in ssd?
  • The best option is to clone hdd to ssd. You can use macrium reflect, minitool partition or easy partition. You may need to decrease the hdd partition size to an approximate ssd partition size. In addition, you must select all partitions, including 100mb partitions and erecovery.
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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    The best option is to clone hdd to ssd. You can use macrium reflect, minitool partition or easy partition. You may need to decrease the hdd partition size to an approximate ssd partition size. In addition, you must select all partitions, including 100mb partitions and erecovery.
    ty for the reply but i wanted to fresh install... can you help me with that? thanks :D
  • Yes. However, it is ideal that you clone hdd to ssd, because the operating system provided by Acer already has all the optimized drivers and programs for your notebook.
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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    Yes. However, it is ideal that you clone hdd to ssd, because the operating system provided by Acer already has all the optimized drivers and programs for your notebook.
    if i clean install in SSD, wont the basic drivers install? like when the laptop first came with? and i can get the rest from the acer website right?

    could u help me with the installing the m.2 ssd and how i can clean install windows in tha?
  • Yes. You can do that. However, I recommend that you leave the acer recovery partition intact on hd or back up your windows 10 image using the acer care center.
    To install windows 10, look at this:

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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    Yes. You can do that. However, I recommend that you leave the acer recovery partition intact on hd or back up your windows 10 image using the acer care center.
    To install windows 10, look at this:

    Iam so confused...

    Is it possible for you to explain me in detail on what to do after i attach the ssd so the laptop and then on how to install the windows in ssd and remove the windows from hdd? This is my first time and would be awesome if you could help me out... Iam trying to save money by not doing with the technician (costs alot)
  • Have you connected ssd to the notebook yet? If so, as soon as you turn on the notebook, press f2 and verify that ssd is being recognized on the information tab. This is the first step.
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  • B4ttleSky
    B4ttleSky Member Posts: 136 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon
    Have you connected ssd to the notebook yet? If so, as soon as you turn on the notebook, press f2 and verify that ssd is being recognized on the information tab. This is the first step.
    Not yet... Iam waiting for it to be delivered (i.e tomorrow) and was collecting all the information before it arrives... 

    Can you name all the steps please??? Would be awesome thanks :)
  • Commodore_1995#
    Commodore_1995# ACE Posts: 98,305 Trailblazer
    edited July 2019
    The first step is to open the notebook and install ssd:
    The opening process is similar to the model an515-51. However, you should check with acer support if opening the notebook violates the warranty.
    Then we will continue when you have installed.
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