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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace or upgrade the SSD in your Microsoft Surface Pro 8 tablet.

Before starting this repair, read through Microsoft's guide on best practices for SSD removal. If your replacement SSD has data on it, make a backup of the drive before installing it.

What you need

  1. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Before you begin: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Before starting your repair, unplug all cables and fully shut down your Surface Pro.

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  2. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Open the kickstand: step 2, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Open the kickstand: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Open the kickstand to about 90 degrees.

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  4. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove the SSD door: step 3, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove the SSD door: step 3, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove the SSD door: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Firmly press a SIM eject tool into the small hole in the corner of the SSD door until it pops up.

    • Alternatively, you can also use a small, straightened paper clip.

    • Remove the SSD door.

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  5. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove the SSD screw: step 4, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove the SSD screw: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Removing the SSD also functions as a battery disconnect and should be done before all major repairs.

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the 2.3 mm‑long screw securing the SSD.

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  6. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove SSD: step 5, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 SSD Replacement, Remove SSD: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Don't pull up at a sharp angle, or you may damage the SSD and its socket.

    • Use your fingers to pull the SSD out of its socket at a shallow angle.

    • If you're having trouble gripping the SSD, use a spudger or your fingernail to lift it slightly.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Once your laptop is reassembled, follow Microsoft's post SSD replacement guide.

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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The screw and required driver are NOT T4 but Torx Plus 3IP (Torx 3 will do the job) according to the MS Service Manual (856727 Microsoft Surface Surface Pro 8 Service Guide - linked at the product page here at ifixit.

Waldbaer - Reply Share

We've updated the guide, which now includes the correct driver type. Thank you for the comment!

Spencer Day - Reply Share

If your Screw Strips, like the one of my GF did, you will need a M 1.2 x 2 Screw and a washer to secure the SSD again. I got mine here: https://online-schrauben.de/shop/
They aren't cheap but the fit, aren't too long and work properly, unlike the ones you get from Amazon.

The dimensions I used are:
DIN 84 ST M 1,2 x 2 (Screw)

ISO 7089 A2 200HV 1,6 (Washer)

Have a good one guys.

Heero Yuy - Reply Share

you just saved my butt. Thank you.

Alexander Weinhart - Reply Share

dude, thank you for checking this for me. <3

Karl Schulz - Reply Share

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