Introduction |
Use this guide to replace the SSD in your Steam Deck. | | Before you begin, completely ***power down and unplug all cables*** from your Steam Deck. Remember to follow general electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures while repairing the device. | | These steps only describe how to physically remove and replace your SSD. ***You will need additional software tools and procedures*** to install an OS and get the replacement SSD to function as intended. | | ***Follow Valve's*** [link|https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/1b71-edf2-eb6d-2bb3|Steam Deck recovery instructions|new_window=true] ***to recover, repair, or re-image your Steam Deck's SSD with SteamOS.*** For installing Windows, resources can be found [link|https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/6121-ECCD-D643-BAA8|here]. |
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