Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series Disassembly, WiFi, RAM and SSD Upgrade 

Happy to help!

Happy to help!

Good job!

What model laptop do you have and what product did you buy on Amazon? Thanks!

Upgrade it and it will be a pretty good laptop for office or web surfing.

It's decent enough, well nevermind it's a 6/10

Thank you for the comment! I entered into the laptop's BIOS. If you need to access BIOS/UEFI press the F2 key several times at the Dell logo screen during startup. Or, press the F12 key several times at the Dell logo screen during startup and select BIOS Setup or System Setup from the menu.

I'm happy to help! it depends on the model. Some laptops have whitelist for WiFi adapter cards so you can use only specific models of wireless adapters. What's the model of your laptop?

@The MellowCade That refers only to old laptops with PCIe slot. All modern laptops with M.2 slot usually don't have any compatibility issues.

happy to help!

You can use any 500GB,1TB, 2TB, 4TB 2.5" SATA SSD. I recommend using these drives: Crucial MX500: amzn.to/38j1xvI Samsung 860 EVO: amzn.to/363x6qX

@@ElectronicsComputers I'll check it out, thanks for the answer!

@@ElectronicsComputers bro thank you so so so so much for answering this i also have the same computer and wanted to get advice from someone who knows their stuff before i purchase. appreciate you!

Thanks a lot 😊

Thank you!

Glad it helped

Does it run faster?

@@tnsdemon1706 Yes I can run more programs or bigger programs

@@shongq5610 thanks for info

@@shongq5610does it run games?

You’re welcome 😊

thank you!

No! It's impossible.

Thank you for the comment!

No, there's only aluminum heatsink. That slow running CPU doesn't need a fan.

Thanks 👍

Hey , I can't really remove the base cover , what should I do ?

Is there a way to add a cooling fan to this laptop?

@@TominatorT- no

I have a video on how to create a bootable Windows 11 drive and install windows. Same process for Windows 10.

In the latest laptops models you can't upgrade WiFi cards anymore. They are soldered to the board. So RAM and SSD are the only options you got.

There is a special screw extractor set for $5 delivered: alii.pub/6z6p0r

You,re welcome! You can't physically add a second drive to that laptop. There's only one SATA connector for a 2.5" HDD/SSD and there's no an M.2 slot for NVMe or NGFF SSD.

I did add ssd and hdd. I only used a caddy and replaced the dvd so that I can have an ssd and hdd at the same time. I also have a question though. Is it possible to upgrade the cpu of the laptop? I know the graphics card cannot be upgraded but how about cpu? Thank you very much!

Sure! You need a special enclosure to do that: alii.pub/6lu3a1

What's the exact model of your laptop?

@@ElectronicsComputers 3567 thanks!

Great job!

sir what's the processor of this laptop mine was broken and idk if i should buy new one or repair this i brought some stuff to upgrade my laptop like 8gb ram and 1 tb ssd

imma just use it for editing and for school works so im contemplating

This particular laptop doesn't have dedicated graphics only integrated. So you can play only with minimum settings.

There's only one memory slot so you can get only 8Gb of RAM. You can use any SATA SSD. I recommend using Samsung SSDs.

@@ElectronicsComputers thanks!

because there's a bunch of screws under the keyboard that hold the back cover.

That model doesn't support M.2 drives but if you already have one M.2 NGFF (ONLY) in your possession you can put it inside through this adapter: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-i2zLpN-bfk0.html

Whats an m2? Im planning to upgrade my laptop and I don't want to mess up. Can you please guide me? Thanks!

@@6byrontenorio M.2 is another kind of ssd, much smaller. The one he uses in this video is not an M.2.

@@6byrontenorio btw it's a SATA one, forgot to mention it

@@lemos7639 thank you

Second SSD?

@@ElectronicsComputers I meant If possible to have a SSD and HDD together on that model of laptop.

@@rafapetrosalsa If your model comes with an optical drive then you can buy an adapter that allows you to install second drive instead of ODD. Otherwise, it's impossible because there's not enough room for two drives.

Ok. I get it now. Thanks a lot.

There's only one slot for 2.5" SSD/HDD but you can install another HDD/SSD instead of optical disc drive. There are special adapters to do that: ali.pub/67nuc7

That CPU is not user upgradable! It's soldered to the motherboard and you need an infrared rework station to replace it.

Okay thank you so much. 😁 i learned a lot from you.

@@hekaruu happy to help!

What's the exact model of your laptop?

All keyboards for this model are the same.

8GB of RAM will make it more comfortable and if you replace your HDD with an SSD drive you'll definitely notice the difference. But if you can buy a new laptop then I don't recommend upgrading it.

Technically it's possible but the CPU is soldered to the motherboard so you need a soldering equipment to do that job. Or you can go to a repair shop and ask them to replace the CPU.

Here's the link: alli.pub/68bo2k

What is the highest ssd that can be added

This model supports maximum 8Gb DDR4-2400 RAM and 2Tb SSD. Graphics and CPU is not replaceable.

@@ElectronicsComputers thank you this helped a lot

Unfortunately not.

No, there's only one SATA port for a 2.5" HDD/SSD. If your model came with an optical drive then you can replace it with an adapter in which you can install second SATA SSD/HDD.

There's only one SATA slot and there's no M.2 port on that particular model.

I recommend using one of these SSDs: Crucial MX500 2.5" SATA: amzn.to/38j1xvI​ Samsung 860 EVO 2.5" SATA: amzn.to/363x6qX SAMSUNG 870 QVO : amzn.to/3dSx76H

@@ElectronicsComputers can I use a Kingston of 500g?

Slightly tighten the nut on the hinge with some pliers.

@@ElectronicsComputers i removed but i dont know how to adjust the nut bro. It seems like need to remove display cover to adjust the nut

It's totally normal, if you disconnect the battery the BIOS settings will be set to the default and it will also reset the time.

@@ElectronicsComputers so nothings wrong here? Sorry for asking sir. I dont have anywhere to ask this to

Your laptop officially supports maximum 8GB DDR3L-1600 RAM. Your best option is 2 modules by 4Gb. And of course after upgrading your laptop to SSD and 8Gb of RAM, it will be completely different laptop. It really worth it.

you can only use SATA 2.5" SSD

nowadays all CPUs are soldered to the motherboard and without special equipment it's impossible to replace them.

8Gb of RAM is a max for that laptop.

@@ElectronicsComputers Yeah i saw that on the website, but im talking about frequency, will it work if i have a 2666mhz 8gb ram?

@@2flyuwu866 You can install any 2666MHz RAM module but it will work at 2400 MHz speed because that's the frequency that that CPU supports.

@@ElectronicsComputers Thanks!!

Sure! Absolutely perfectly. Good choice it's one of the best SSDs on the market right now.

@@ElectronicsComputers thanks i also asked my friend if it fit and it does and he recommended I get the Samsung 860 EVO in the first place , I needed a new one because mine broke lol. thanks for replying

When you go to Device manager can you see new unrecognized device or something like that? Also try to update your BIOS to the latest version and try to install Intel's drivers for that adapter.

@@ElectronicsComputers no it doesn't show up in device manager at all. I have an Intel 8265 and it does the same thing, Bluetooth and no wifi. Bios is on 1.8.0 which is the latest. When I swap the factory card back in it works every time. I work in IT so I'm not new to this stuff but I just can't figure out why this isn't being detected.

yes, they are the same laptops.

what's the exact model of your laptop?

Dell inspiron 15 3000 3585

@@tbskitt Dell inspiron 15 3000 3585 has 2 RAM slots and M.2 slot for NVMe SSD.

did you clone your old drive to a new one or clean installed windows?

@@ElectronicsComputers Cloned with todo's software

Technically you can replace CPU but you need a soldering station and a whole bunch of staff including proper skills to do that. CPUs are not user replaceable anymore like it was 10 years ago.

Yes, there are some special adapters that you put insted of your optical drive and you get 2 SATA ports, so you can use both SSD and HDD at the same time. If you want I could give you the link.

Only if you have an infrared soldering station.

No! it's impossible there's even no a socket for M.2 SSD. Actually you can replace HDD with an M.2 NGFF SSD but in that case you need M.2 to SATA 2.5" adapter. Like in this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-i2zLpN-bfk0.html

This got really big Btw I have another laptop whose specs I'm not much confirmed about.. It's a "Lenovo U41-70" Both of these r mine and I just need the data of the lenovo laptop and I can use it as a experimental laptop to test things on... Back story: it had a broken hinge so we send it to a technician and he couldn't fix it (at that time I didn't knew how easy it was to fix hinges) and when the laptop came to us it couldn't perform graphic intensive tasks I didn't play much games during that time but when whenever I did the screen would flickker like small black moving rectangles would pop up and start flickering crazily... (He probably did some stuff...) Any suggestions for this laptop or do I keep it for experimental purposes Thank for reading and answering Really appreciate your time u took to help me

First of all, I have to say that only the drive, RAM, and wireless card can be replaced in that model. The CPU is soldered to the board, and you need an infrared rework station to replace it. It's an extremely complex process, and considering the price of a new CPU, it will cost more than that laptop. 8GB RAM is the maximum supported by that model. The SSD model that you provided is a pretty good option. Go with it. You'll definitely notice the difference in performance; it will be like a brand new laptop. Just set virtual RAM memory to something around 16GB. I have a video about upgrading old laptops' RAM vs SSD and how to set virtual RAM, or you can simply Google it. The easiest way to transfer your data is via a USB drive, then clean install Windows on a new SSD, and finally copy your data back from the USB drive. You can also clone your old system into the new SSD, but performance-wise, it's not the best option to clone the old system from HDD to a USB. As for the Lenovo, I'd first reset the BIOS to defaults, reinstall Windows, and then install fresh drivers and BIOS firmware. Most likely, it will fix the problem.

​@ElectronicsComputers thx alot for giving this detailed explanation I'm definitely subscribing But one more question Would transferring data from hdd to ssd delete my windows OS(as I don't have this laptop's win activation key) How to avoid Same for the lenovo would reinstalling delete OS? Forget it ig can download win 10 for free... I'm just a curious newbie... Thx Edit: while browsing I saw this {samsung 870 evo 500gb sata 6.35cm(2.5")internal ssd MZ-77E1T0} in details in has "1gb ddr4 sdram cache memory",, I tried searching on google but it was very confusing so I wanna ask if would this ssd would benifit me or not...

No it's impossible!

Your data will be fine.

For more information watch out this link : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-74AQtaBtVGo.html

@@laptopdr thanks!

That model doesn't have any M.2 slots.

Thanks

Yes, you can install Kingston 8GB SODIMM DDR4-2400 module. Or this Samsung module which has a very good deal at the moment and costs just $15: amzn.to/4e67FXH

Why not if you can get it for free. Also, Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025. Which means no safety against viruses and other threats. I like Windows 11, it's a very customizable and feature rich OS.

thanks!

Yep.

Sure! HDD will definitely work but RAM depends on the model. If it's same RAM generation, then no problems.

Yes, you can use any 2.5" SATA SSD there's also can be M.2 port for NVMe SSD (depends on the year of the model).

They just want to make it more trickier for a regular user. So instead of doing it yourself you'd go the official service center.

Great job!

Do you have a link to the ssd you used?

@@burntsilverado was just a Samsung EVO 850 or 860 1TB SSD if I recall.

Maybe 3576 model?

@@ElectronicsComputers yes

Yes, you can use a caddy and a max supported RAM for that model is 8GB.

@@ElectronicsComputers ok

Technically yes but you need an infrared rework station to do that. CPUs are not user replaceable like it was 10 year ago.

Welcome!

Hakko tweezers: www.amazon.com/dp/B00FZPFF96/ref=twister_B07C2W6VK9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 www.amazon.com/Hakko-3-SA-Non-Magnetic-Microelectronics-Applications/dp/B00FZPEWI6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3OL5ZHTP4BN9C&dchild=1& Screwdriver high quality and cheap: ali.pub/1okmn2

Have you ever worked on a laptop with SSD and HDD? Of course it works way faster like they all laptops with SSDs. What's the point of showing it?

Sure DDR 4 up to 8Gb

Because that low power CPU never gets hot.

It's very easy. You'll have to download original windows 10 ISO image and create a bootable USB drive. I have a video on how to do that. Watch this video from six minutes thirty seconds: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8LKzF2yzGDo.html

Hey man thanks for the suggestion. I am planning to keep both my old HDD and new sdd in my laptop. I am going to place the new sdd where HDD used to be and the HDD will be placed in my cd/DVD area using a caddy. Do you think it will cause any problem ?

No, it's one or the other.

What kind of RAM did you use? Also try to hard reset the BIOS.

I hope it helped you

That model has a bunch of different setups with different CPUs. This particular model in the video has Intel Celeron N4000.

@@ElectronicsComputers how can i differentiate my model where can i find it?

That CPU don't get hot so passive cooling is more than enough.

In my particular case it's Kingston A400 240Gb but you can use absolutely any 2.5" SSD or even M.2 SSD via adapter like this: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-i2zLpN-bfk0.html

@@ElectronicsComputers Thank You

If it's exactly the same model, then you can use that motherboard and it will work without any issues. Also you have to use the cooling system from the same board not from the faulty one.

@@ElectronicsComputers i cant use the same cooling pad from the faulty one?

@@MustWatchTV-v7w If they look identical (same size and thickness), then you can use it.

Only using M.2 to SATA 2.5" adapter. I have a video on that too.

Service Tag is a 7-digit code on the bottom of your laptop. Using that code you can get the specs of your laptop, date of manufacture, warranty status etc.

@@ElectronicsComputers Appreciate your instant reply. thank you......

That laptop requires DDR4 RAM module. DDR3 is for old laptops which were manufactured 10 years ago. Return that RAM module and buy a new one.

That laptop requires DDR4 RAM module. DDR3 is for old laptops which were manufactured 10 years ago. Return that RAM module and buy a new one.

That laptop requires DDR4 RAM module. DDR3 is for old laptops which were manufactured 10 years ago. Return that RAM module and buy a new one.

Does that mean any ddr4 ram for laptops will fit in the slot?

@@spectre7444 Any DDR4 2400MHz module. 8Gb is maximum for that laptop.