I have an i3 chrome box, upgraded to a mydigital 256 gig drive and 16 gig crucial ram , no problems so far. I used cog system monitor and according to thier ram monitor It was well over the half way point with 75 you tube tabs running (yes it played well with no glitches) also the chrome store has a new system back up program to use , no problems there also , have fun!
The full article is now live on UMPCPortal. It includes some performance test results. www.umpcportal.com/2014/01/how-to-upgrade-the-acer-c720-chromebook-with-an-m-2-sata-from-mydigitalsdd/
Hey Chippy. Thank you so much for this video. Glad to see this process is very easy. I was wondering if you know what linux distributions you can download on the chromebook. The options I've heard so far is having a dual boot of chromeOS and ubuntu, and having chromeOS and crouton (which is ubuntu based I believe) switchable with just a hotkey. I was wondering if it is possible to download some of the other, more popular linux distributions (I'm particularly interested in Mint, Cinnamon). I haven't seen anything about it yet, but I've been hearing whispers around the internet in different forums and stuff that it could happen. If it is possible, a video tutorial on how to download it would be awesome and greatly appreciated; I'm sure many other people agree as well (thumb up this comment you guys, so he can see it!). By the way... you got yourself a new subscriber :)
Absolutely brilliant post Steve!! Cleared up a whole lot seeing the internal architecture and you have also made me feel confident in my purchase (RAM may have been a deal breaker for me; however your explanation made me understand the bigger picture. Integrated system architecture = cheaper computers toward the future). Thank you for the link to the SSD!
Have enjoyed your critiques and tear-downs for years...Thank you. Chippy....you look really thin..are you well? Not MBusiness, but concerned about you. You are one terrific guy.
I like to use a piece of wide painters tape for sticking those screws in some order. If I watch this video and others like it, I will be able to do the very same with complete confidence.
Now you have to run the "recovery utility" because google shutdown the image burner website months ago, you can download the app from the chrome web store for free.
According to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (a U.S. federal law), destroying or removing the "warranty void if tampered" seal DOES NOT void your product warranty.
I'm actually replacing an eMMC drive on my HP Chromebook with the original Kingston one that came with your Acer Chromebook lol. I don't necessary need more storage space but I do need it to load faster since I work online. Now I wish I could upgrade to more ram to keep more tabs open but I hear that most small Chromebooks' RAM are soldered onto the motherboard.
I would love it if you made a similar video to upgrade an lg chromebase.if that's even possible. I believe it can be upgraded both with ram and an SSD. best of luck!
we just put windows 10 on ours. great chromebook, lasted a long time but thought i would have a change in os. runs very well. 16GB is just not enough to get anything else installed. guess im gonna upgrade the ssd
OI! I have a acer C720, and i can´t fix the problem that says OS is missing, i created a recovery image on google recovery tool but it doesn't work. Do you think that i should replace the Disk?
Try this, it worked for me on two different chromebooks: Power on the chromebook. Leave on for at least 30 seconds. Power off the chromebook. ![Repeat 20-25 times]! The chromebook might eventually reset itself properly.
Will the longer (80mm instead of 42mm) crucial m.2 ssd's fit? It looks like the plastic in the bottom right corner would prevent longer ssd's, but this may be removable.
Could you do this on the new HP 14 Chromebook? It would be really helpful. I'm really reluctant to open up mine without knowing what to expect. Thank you.
what specific performance effects does this have? i have c720 and its pretty fast. Would this just load everything faster? Not sure what you mean about file "copying," aside from the fact that its different than downloading. Info would help as I am a noob at this
This was soooooo long ago now. I'm sorry I don't have the info. The C720 is still working though! (unfortunately it doesn't get updates so it's risky to use it these days.)
Sorry for the late answer, but I hope I can still help you :D No, only if you are an absolute pro in soldering.... If you want to upgrade your RAM, you'd have to buy a motherboard with more RAM, but I doubt those are still available...
Will it work on a C720p (with touchscreen), as C720 are unavailable here in France. And anyone has a link to a shop selling these SSDs in Europe? Thanks in advance.
Hello Steve, I do not understand much English so I can not understand: what you said in this vedeo, I just wanted to ask you a favor about this laptop, I also owns an Acer c720 works with Chrome OS system, I want to install another operating system that is possible? if yes, how I'll do. Thank you.
I would like to know too! i put in the usb and its supposed to show verifying the integrity of your recovery media screen, but it dont it just sits at a black screen
Kevin Leers I have 16GB on my phone, I have only had it 8 months and it is already full of apps/stuff and slowing down because of it. Pain in the ass. 64GB or 128GB would provide a large buffer for anyone to put the apps they want on there and have storage for things they want to access when out and about.
Thanks for that. I'm taking delivery of the 720p tomorrow and can't wait to install more memory space. Kudos to you sir.
whoa, look at the size of that battery, i didn't know it was that huge >_>
good and informative video, too bad the RAM can't be upgraded in this model
I have an i3 chrome box, upgraded to a mydigital 256 gig drive and 16 gig crucial ram , no problems so far. I used cog system monitor and according to thier ram monitor It was well over the half way point with 75 you tube tabs running (yes it played well with no glitches) also the chrome store has a new system back up program to use , no problems there also , have fun!
I can vouch for this, I used this guide to upgrade my Acer C720P Chromebook using the steps provided in this video and, it worked perfectly!
you can shared imaged
i have problem with mi c740
I will download for personal use, Thumbs up, Continue your worldly work!
Thank you for this, the upgrade went smoothly thanks to your video
The full article is now live on UMPCPortal. It includes some performance test results.
www.umpcportal.com/2014/01/how-to-upgrade-the-acer-c720-chromebook-with-an-m-2-sata-from-mydigitalsdd/
Hey Chippy. Thank you so much for this video. Glad to see this process is very easy. I was wondering if you know what linux distributions you can download on the chromebook. The options I've heard so far is having a dual boot of chromeOS and ubuntu, and having chromeOS and crouton (which is ubuntu based I believe) switchable with just a hotkey. I was wondering if it is possible to download some of the other, more popular linux distributions (I'm particularly interested in Mint, Cinnamon). I haven't seen anything about it yet, but I've been hearing whispers around the internet in different forums and stuff that it could happen. If it is possible, a video tutorial on how to download it would be awesome and greatly appreciated; I'm sure many other people agree as well (thumb up this comment you guys, so he can see it!).
By the way... you got yourself a new subscriber :)
TopRameen13 I have chrome os and ubuntu but in putting ubuntu on it you get seabios so i imagine you can put any other distribution on it
i already own a acer c720 why do i need another one?
Thanks Shadow_Burn68 , just flagged that comment as spam.
No problem
Absolutely brilliant post Steve!! Cleared up a whole lot seeing the internal architecture and you have also made me feel confident in my purchase (RAM may have been a deal breaker for me; however your explanation made me understand the bigger picture. Integrated system architecture = cheaper computers toward the future). Thank you for the link to the SSD!
Thanks! I upgraded my SSD because I run Linux on my chromebook, and if works great!
super simple directions, just upgraded my acer c270 chromebook with this msata drive
excellent video, i will do this one day
I have a c720
I don't feel so intimidated upgrading the SSD & reinstalling the O/S, Thank you!
Have enjoyed your critiques and tear-downs for years...Thank you.
Chippy....you look really thin..are you well? Not MBusiness, but concerned about you.
You are one terrific guy.
I like to use a piece of wide painters tape for sticking those screws in some order. If I watch this video and others like it, I will be able to do the very same with complete confidence.
Now you have to run the "recovery utility" because google shutdown the image burner website months ago, you can download the app from the chrome web store for free.
Thank you, This is so good VDO for Chromebook user.
This version with corrected audio....
Acer C720 Chromebook SSD Upgrade MyDigitalSSD 128GB
*Acer C720 Chromebook (11.6-Inch, 2GB) price 249,99$ & FREE shipping>>*amzn.to/1BLXro1
You can up grade even to a higher GB.
Where can I buy them I live in Canada for a good prices
Very informative and easy to follow! Great tutorial.
I have the C740 and I can confirm that it can be upgraded to 128gb and Linux installed on it. I have Linux mint 20 on it.
3:50 warranty void stickers aren't legal but just fyi apply a little heat and it should slide right off if you want to keep it intact
I just ordered this one for mine
According to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (a U.S. federal law), destroying or removing the "warranty void if tampered" seal DOES NOT void your product warranty.
Super cool video.Very helpful. Just got mine and plan to dual boot with Ubuntu.
I buy C720 used for $60.00 !
I like lots of gb those thanks !
I'm actually replacing an eMMC drive on my HP Chromebook with the original Kingston one that came with your Acer Chromebook lol. I don't necessary need more storage space but I do need it to load faster since I work online. Now I wish I could upgrade to more ram to keep more tabs open but I hear that most small Chromebooks' RAM are soldered onto the motherboard.
2021 and still helpful
I would love it if you made a similar video to upgrade an lg chromebase.if that's even possible. I believe it can be upgraded both with ram and an SSD. best of luck!
we just put windows 10 on ours. great chromebook, lasted a long time but thought i would have a change in os. runs very well. 16GB is just not enough to get anything else installed. guess im gonna upgrade the ssd
Pretty cool it's up-gradable. The C720p I ordered has the 32gb, I'll see how long that lasts and probably stick this drive in there if it's too small.
XD c270 LMBO good start good start
A guitar pick is good tool to use to help get the back off.
OI! I have a acer C720, and i can´t fix the problem that says OS is missing, i created a recovery image on google recovery tool but it doesn't work. Do you think that i should replace the Disk?
Try this, it worked for me on two different chromebooks:
Power on the chromebook.
Leave on for at least 30 seconds.
Power off the chromebook.
![Repeat 20-25 times]!
The chromebook might eventually reset itself properly.
Thank you I'll try this steps
I tried 3 times and it doesn't work. I'm steel with the same problem.
I really wish there were some better brand offerings for these drives.
Some mSATA SSD's don't have the middle hole for the screw. Would those still fit in the chromebox?
Will the longer (80mm instead of 42mm) crucial m.2 ssd's fit? It looks like the plastic in the bottom right corner would prevent longer ssd's, but this may be removable.
No
Hi Steve, is the process the same the change the SSd in the Acer Chromebook, 11.6-Inch, CB3-111-C670 also?
Nice, I wonder if taking apart the HP 14-q070nr would be similar. I really want someone to make that video.
Thank you for reading.
Thanks a lot! It is really helpful. I have C720p. I can do these steps in that, too, right? Thanks again!
Mustafa Taşdemir were the steps the same?
7:46 Why is your chromebook on? xD
Hello where can i buy a ssd for my son's Chromebook because i cant buy a new laptop its so expensive hope you answer
did you have the boot/recovery files preloaded on SD card or did google load it on to it when it was reformatting the ssd
Could you do this on the new HP 14 Chromebook? It would be really helpful. I'm really reluctant to open up mine without knowing what to expect. Thank you.
what specific performance effects does this have? i have c720 and its pretty fast. Would this just load everything faster? Not sure what you mean about file "copying," aside from the fact that its different than downloading. Info would help as I am a noob at this
Hey where can I find parts to solder onto motherboard since I installed windows 11 I got flip c434
where is the Write Protection" Screw On The Acer Chromebook CB315 ???
hello Steve, can i take the battery out on my chromebook as i am always conected to mains when online, thank you Norman
can this help to stop the Chromebook to shut down by itself in the middle of using it my Chromebook does that or thats something else
looks like there could be enough space to use a m.2 to msata adapter which could be used to get 1TB ssds in there
Does the samsung chromebook series 5 has the same upgrade procedure.
Hi I am thinking about getting the Asus zenbook ux302la or the Lenovo yoga pro 2 so what is the best one to buy
nice work ty from chile
hey, Steve out of all the new 2017 inexpensive Chromebooks that are available, which one can you still upgrade the SSD and or the RAM.
Great video! Is there a size limitation for the drive that can be put in? Is 128gb the largest?
This was soooooo long ago now. I'm sorry I don't have the info. The C720 is still working though! (unfortunately it doesn't get updates so it's risky to use it these days.)
thank your for your video but I wont to know how to place Hard disk 500Gb or 1T on acer aspire R11 R3-131-C1YF without Hard disk?
when you get the error that software is missing. could you put an usb or sd card in with another os? will wifi still work?
Hey Steve. By any chance is it possible that I could solder more ram on the mainboard?
Sorry for the late answer, but I hope I can still help you :D
No, only if you are an absolute pro in soldering.... If you want to upgrade your RAM, you'd have to buy a motherboard with more RAM, but I doubt those are still available...
Im *almost* sure but That You Can Do This, But Can You Put All The Storage On A Usb Stick And Not On A SD Card?
Someone PLEASE React If Ya Know
i do have a chrombook but mine battery last longer than yours bt i want to know why 2gb ram i not enough of fps like videos and gaming\
does it matter the size of it cause in your link there is longer one ie 42mm and 60mm and 80mm
i have the white version of this but i dont think that will afect anything but can i upgrade the ram
Can I upgrade the ram as well?
Will it work on a C720p (with touchscreen), as C720 are unavailable here in France. And anyone has a link to a shop selling these SSDs in Europe? Thanks in advance.
I have did this and it looks like my device is now slower... Is it possible?
Very good video sir
Will this procedure work with a usb flash drive instead of an SD card?
Kan dit ook met een samsung cromebook zo well hoe?
Wil je er een filmpje over maken alvast bedankt.
I have a acer chromebook CB3-11 is it possible to upgrade that with 128GB.?
update on this? Is it still working? some people said that the chromebook broke after a while.
By any chance does anyone know if you can change the keyboard or modify it into a backlit keyboard ? A little jealous of the Pixel.
Does this work this for the Toshiba chromebook 2? Would be extreemly great
can you use the recovery disk to install chrome os onto other computers?
WI-Fi in acer 720 is snot working. what is the steps or name of softwre
thank your for your video but I wont to know how to place Hard disk 500Gb or 1T on acer aspire R11 R3-131-C1YF without Hard?disk
There's another M.2 connector next to the fan. Is it possible to install another SSD in it?
Its empty, you have to soldier in a port to connects it so unlucky
Can you please check if you can do this on a Acer Chromebook R11
Hi friend, could you try to install the chrome os flex on this C720 chrome book
is sim card slot or usb dongle for connecting to internet available in acer C720 chrome book?
looks like you can't upgrade the ram with the new ones huh?
Hello Steve,
I do not understand much English so I can not understand: what you said in this vedeo, I just wanted to ask you a favor about this laptop, I also owns an Acer c720 works with Chrome OS system, I want to install another operating system that is possible? if yes, how I'll do.
Thank you.
hello acer chromebook c720 max how many gb ram and how many gb m2 ssd does it support. thanks.🙏
kan dit ook met een samsung chromebook zo well hoe dan
so THATS what the inside of my c720 looks like
It's awesome
holy frick this dude has FAST internet
what laptop does he have on the desk? the one on the back
Does the computer model have to update ram memory or just ssd?
By question can you change to 256gb, 512gb, 1tb?
I think I will upgrade mines also
is there any reason to use a sd card for the restore? why not a usb pen drive?
I would like to know too! i put in the usb and its supposed to show verifying the integrity of your recovery media screen, but it dont it just sits at a black screen
hey how do I reformat my Acer C720 Chromebook and putting on windows 7 you help me please
Kevin Leers I have 16GB on my phone, I have only had it 8 months and it is already full of apps/stuff and slowing down because of it. Pain in the ass. 64GB or 128GB would provide a large buffer for anyone to put the apps they want on there and have storage for things they want to access when out and about.
Will it work on usb stick or sd card only? Thank you
huge battery ! how many mA-h it is ?
Why do this instead of an SD card ?
can chrome os be completely removed and replaced with a linux distro?
yes
my question would be "how?"
but insted i thank you and i'll google it xD
Could this also be a samsung cromebook so well how?
Do you want to make a movie about Thanks.
can i also do this on my asus c300 chromebook?
Does this disable automatic updates!?!?
why you'r make a SSD128GB upgrade if you use the Chrom OS?
+Volker King A To put own OS on it and get more bang for buck. B Pushing the specs is fun.
can i do the same to a Samsung chromebook?
can i do this to the samsung chrome book
Would this also work on the 720P?