Do you need to download drivers for an ssdd

 · no, it should be plug and play just like any hard drive. but the ssd's do have firmware that can be updated, might want to look into upgrading User Interaction Count: 8.  · If you’re using M.2 SSD (Solid-State Drive) in your computer, you’ll need a driver for your M.2 SSD to connect properly. This post will show you how to download and install the M.2 driver in your Windows bltadwin.ru: Lillian Lai.  · Windows needs no special ssd drivers. What you downloaded is probably some Samsung apps like magician. As to suggestions, ignore any suggested SSD "tweaks" They come from the past when ssd costs.

Hi Marr I am Dave, an Independent Advisor, I will help you with this The Standard SATA AHCI Controller Driver is generally used when the manufacturer of your PC does not provide a SATA Controller driver specifically for your PC, and the Intel option should only be installed if that is recommended for your PC. In other words, drivers are the translators that enable your operating system to ask the hardware devices inside your computer (or connected to it) to do what you want. Drivers are the programs responsible for the proper communication between your operating system (Windows, Linux, macOS, etc.) and your hardware (motherboard, graphics card. If your SanDisk is not recognized by Windows 10 when you inserted it into the PC, the first thing you are supposed to do is updating SanDisk driver for Windows No matter you are using SanDisk USB driver or SSD driver or whatever, actually, there is no need to update the specific driver for the SanDisk SD card.

Answer (1 of 7): I would highly recommend you do. We occasionally build and sell PC's where I work. Lately we've had a few come back with symptoms of an SSD failure; except in 99% of cases the SSD was bought back to life with a firmware update. Some storage bays and existing hard drives are significantly larger than a standard size SSD. If this is the case in your system, you’ll need a inch to inch converter to make the SSD fit snugly. Remove your old drive and disconnect any cables and brackets attached to it. You don't need to install a driver if you are using an IDE SSD. However, if it is a SATA SSD, then depending on your system requirements, a driver may be needed.