Intel® SSD 540s Series

Compatibility

• Compatible Operating Systems for Intel® Solid State Drives
• Learn about the Advantages of TRIM and How to Use It with Your Intel® SSD
• Mac* OS Compatibility for Intel® Solid State Drives
• Intel® Solid State Drive Compatibility with Intel® Desktop Boards

Error Messages

• Intel® SSD Toolbox is failing diagnostics and presenting retired blocks

Identify My Product

• Find the Firmware Version for Your Intel® Solid State Drive

Install & Setup

• How to Install and Use Intel® Data Migration Software
• Installing Intel® SSD Toolbox
• What Is the Torque Value and Screw Size for Intel® M.2 and 2.5″ SSDs?
• How to Initialize an Intel® SSD in Windows* 7/8.1 or Windows® 10
• Proper Handling Techniques and Precautions for Your M.2 Device
• How Enabling a Drive Password Affects Firmware Updating
• Use Your Encrypted Intel® Solid State Drive on a Different System
• How to Install Windows® 10 to a GUID Partition Table (GPT) Partition
• Converting a Data SSD or SSD with Windows* Installation from Legacy to UEFI without Data Loss
• Installation Guide for Intel® SATA Solid State Drive
• Learn If Intel® Solid State Drives Need Specific Drivers

Maintenance & Performance

• Frequently Asked Questions about Intel® Data Migration Software
• How to Use the Intel® SSD Toolbox
• Overview for Intel® Solid State Drive Tools
• Removing Partitions with Microsoft DiskPart*
• User Guide for Intel® SSD Firmware Update Tool
• How to Run Intel® SSD Optimizer Using Intel® Memory and Storage Tool
• Intel® Memory and Storage Tool: Quick Tips on How to View Drive Details, Update Firmware, and Pull SMART Logs
• Disable Write Caching on Intel® Solid State Drives
• When to Run a Low-Level Format or Secure Erase on Intel® Solid State Drives and Tools to Use
• SSD is in Locked Read-Only Mode
• What to Do if Your Intel® SSD Detects a Security Freeze Lock
• Update Your Intel® SSD Firmware Using the Intel® SSD Toolbox
• Improve Write Speed Performance to Avoid System Freezing
• Tuning Your Intel® Solid State Drive with the Intel® SSD Toolbox
• Optimize Your Intel® SSD Performance with Intel® SSD Toolbox
• Protect the Lifespan of Your Intel® SSD
• User Guide Version 3.5.2 for Intel® SSD Toolbox