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    Msata Disappearing in Bios (Sata port 1 not installed) NP900X4C

    Discussion in 'Samsung' started by serie9frustration, Aug 1, 2016.

  1. serie9frustration

    serie9frustration Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi everyone,
    from time to time my ssd disappear, I wait a little bit or/and shake the laptop and the ssd gets detected in the bios again and everything is working perfectly. I'm thinking of changing the motherboard if I can find a similar one, because I've tested some brand new ssds, some of them doesn't get detected at all.

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    serie9frustration, Aug 1, 2016
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  2. John Ratsey

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    Bad connection? It could be the SSD itself or it could be the connector (next to the fan) between the mainboard and the daughterboard on which the SSD is installed. I would suggest removing / replacing that connector.

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    John Ratsey, Aug 2, 2016
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    Thanks for the answer, I hope i will find that connector
     
    serie9frustration, Aug 3, 2016
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    I attach a photo to help you on your way. I've marked the SSD location and also "Here" indicates where the connector is between motherboard and daughterboard. You will first have to remove the battery and its connector.

    X4C internal.jpg

    John
     
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    serie9frustration, Aug 4, 2016
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    I wouldn't buy anything checking whether removing / replacing connectors fixes the problem. Sometimes these can work loose over time.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, Aug 4, 2016
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