How to Upgrade LG Gram SSD Without Data Loss

The LG Gram series is known for its lightweight design and powerful performance, making it a popular choice for professionals and students. However, as your storage needs grow or you seek faster performance, upgrading the LG Gram SSD may be a great solution. It provides faster read/write speeds, resulting in faster boot times, improved game loading times, and increased storage space.

Transferring an HDD to an SSD or an SSD to a larger SSD is not a very difficult task. This guide provides step-by-step instructions and insights, including preparations for upgrading your LG Gram SSD, necessary tools, and methods to upgrade without losing data.

Can you upgrade LG Gram SSD?

Of course, you can upgrade your LG Gram SSD to another SSD or disk.

Hard drive failure, insufficient storage space, slow laptop performance, or unknown noises can all be solved by upgrading the LG Gram SSD.

How to Upgrade LG Gram SSD

This section will walk you through how to perform an LG laptop hard drive replacement or SSD upgrade process.

Stage 1. Preparations before upgrading the LG Gram SSD

1. Choose a suitable SSD compatible with your laptop

The LG Gram laptop is equipped with 2 SSD slots, which can be used with NVMe M.2 SSDs. You can choose a suitable SSD based on factors such as brand, form factor, power consumption, capacity, etc.

2. Prepare some tools

To ensure that the SSD upgrade goes smoothly, please prepare some tools below

• A flash drive: to back up your Windows OS
• USB to M.2 adapter: to connect the SSD to the computer.
• A pair of tweezers: tweezers can help remove the rubber cover on the screws.
• A Phillips screwdriver: a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the back cover.

3. Download a reliable disk cloning tool

Whether you are replacing or adding a new SSD, reinstalling the operating system and installation is troublesome. To migrate everything from the old disk to the new disk without losing data, you can use a third-party tool - AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional. This tool can create an exact copy of the original LG Gram SSD, including the operating system, installed programs, and individual files.

Stage 2. Upgrade LG Gram SSD (for 14/16/17)

After completing all the above preparations, you can now follow the guide below to upgrade the SSD of your LG Gram laptop.

Step 1. Clone Data with AOMEI Partition Assistant

AOMEI Partition Assistant provides a Disk Clone Wizard feature that allows you to transfer all your data, including the operating system, applications, and settings, from your old SSD to your new SSD. This eliminates the need to reinstall Windows or manually copy files.

• Download and install AOMEI Partition Assistant on your LG Gram laptop.
• Connect the new SSD to your laptop using a USB-to-M.2 adapter or external enclosure.
• Launch AOMEI Partition Assistant and select Clone Disk Wizard from the Clone option.

• Select the source disk (old SSD) and the target disk (new SSD) and click Next.

• Check the source and destination disk or change to “Sector to Sector clone”, option and click Confirm. Make sure the 4k alignment option is checked to align the partitions for the best performance. 

• Click "Apply" to start the cloning process.

Once completed, the new SSD will contain all your data, including the operating system, intact and ready for use.

Step 2: Power off and prepare the laptop

• Power off your LG Gram laptop and unplug the power source.
• If possible, disconnect the battery as this ensures safety when handling internal components.

Step 3: Access the SSD Slot

• Place the laptop on a soft, static-free surface with the bottom panel facing up.
• Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws securing the back panel.
• Use a plastic tool to carefully pry the panel off to avoid damage.

Step 4: Replace the SSD

• Locate the SSD slot, usually marked at or near the center of the motherboard.
• Remove the retaining screws securing the current SSD.
• Gently remove the old SSD by sliding it out at a slight angle.
• Insert the new SSD into the slot at the same angle and secure it with the screws.

Step 5: Reassemble the Laptop

• Reinstall the back panel and secure it with the screws.
• If the battery was disconnected, reconnect it.

Step 6: Boot from the New SSD

• Power on the laptop and press the boot key (usually F2, F12, or Del) to enter the BIOS/UEFI.
• Set the new SSD as the primary boot drive.
• Save the changes and restart the laptop.

Conclusion

Upgrading the LG Gram SSD is a practical and beneficial step to enhance the performance and storage capacity of your laptop. With the help of AOMEI Partition Assistant's Clone Disk Wizard, you can complete the upgrade seamlessly without losing data or settings. Follow this guide to unleash the full potential of your LG Gram laptop in no time!

FAQs About LG Gram SSD Upgrade

This part will provide more details and information about LG Gram 15/16/17 SSD upgrade. Keep reading if you are interested and you can find more answers.

1. What kind of SSD is in the LG Gram 17?

The LG Gram laptop is equipped with 2 SSD slots that work with NVMe. M.2 SSD.LG Gram 17'' Ultralight Laptop with Intel® Core™ i7 Processor and 512GB NVMe SSD—Exclusively Available at COSTCO.

2. Can I upgrade SSD by myself?

Of course, yes, you can upgrade the SSD yourself. You can replace the hard disk drive (HDD) in your laptop with a solid-state drive (SSD) and have it work properly. This is a common and beneficial upgrade that many laptop users do to improve their laptops' performance and speed.

With the help of this guide and the appropriate tools, you can upgrade the SSD by yourself. However, if you are unsure, seek professional help.

3. Is LG Gram 17 good for gaming?

The LG gram is not the best choice for gaming, and its gaming performance is below average. Its Intel 11th generation CPU and integrated GPU are not enough to handle graphically demanding AAA games. But you can enjoy a better gaming experience and faster boot speeds by upgrading the LG Gram SSD.

Also, you can play some lighter, well-optimized games with the Iris Xe Graphics of Core i5s and i7s, but you must play at the lowest settings or 720p to get a smooth gaming experience.