Acer switch 7 RAM and SSD

illenic

Hey guys I was wondering if the RAM and SSD could be upgraded in the switch 7 I'm looking for a fanless laptop that can be upgraded and gas a bit of connectivity options and I can't find anything. Thanks!..

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brummyfan2

Hi,
Could you please post the full model name, like SW7xx-xx.

billsey

The SSD is theoretically replaceable, it's an M.2 SATA drive, but smaller than the typical 2280 form factor. I believe it is likely a 2242 module, but I haven't opened the case on mine to measure. Internally the M.2 slot is on a PCIe x4 bus, so it's possible the port will support NVMe, but specs don't show that being the case, so YMMV. The big problem with replacing that drive is opening the case without damaging anything. There are no screws holding it together, instead the screen is bonded to the case with an adhesive. Separating them involves two heavy duty suction cups and careful pressure pulling them apart. Once they are apart the rest is easy assuming you haven't torn any of the cables when things finally let go. I believe they aren't as subject to screen breakage during disassembly as a MS Surface, but still caution is well worth the effort...

Memory is soldered to the motherboard, and not replaceable or expandable.