DIY Guide: Using Internal Drives as External Storage.
If you want to increase your computer's storage without adding new memory drives, or if you have an old internal hard drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) lying around, you can convert it to an external drive for file transfers, backups, or extra storage. Converting an internal drive to an external drive is an economical method of increasing storage capacity. Image from Amazon.in This detailed guide teaches you how to convert your internal drive into a fully functional external drive. Step 1: Determine what type of internal drive 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD (Laptop Drive) 3.5" SATA HDD (Desktop Drive) M.2 SATA or NVMe SSD IDE HDD Step 2: Purchase the Right Enclosure or Adapter 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD → 2.5" external drive enclosure or a SATA-to-USB adapter. 3.5" SATA HDD → 3.5" external drive enclosure (requires external power). M.2 NVMe or SATA SSD → USB-C or USB 3.1 M.2 enclosure. IDE HDDs → IDE-to-USB ada...