This category contains original manufacturer SSDs for laptops, desktop PCs and servers, including M.2 modules. They suit anyone who needs to replace a failed or too small drive with the same type the manufacturer fitted in the device. Our range has over 40 models, mostly from Lenovo, Dell, Panasonic and HP.
How to choose an original SSD
Device compatibility. Start by finding the exact model of your laptop, desktop or server and, if possible, the part number of the old drive. Original drives are made for specific manufacturer series, so a match with your model matters more than general specifications.
Form factor and length. M.2 drives differ in length, and our range includes 2280 (22 x 80 mm) and 2230 (22 x 30 mm) models. The slot and the screw position must match the length of the drive. The shorter 2230 size is often used in small, thin devices.
Interface. Our range includes drives with a PCI Express 3.0 or Serial ATA III interface. PCI Express drives are generally faster than SATA, but an M.2 slot may support only one of the two, so check your device's technical specification.
Capacity. For example, our range includes 256, 480 and 512 GB drives. For office work with an operating system and everyday programs, 256 GB is often enough, while 512 GB leaves more room for files, projects and system updates.
Intended use. Some drives are meant for PCs and laptops, others for servers. Server drives are built for a different working pattern, so choose the type listed in your device documentation.
Brands we carry
- Lenovo: known for its business ThinkPad laptops and ThinkCentre desktops, and it has the most drives in this category.
- Dell: makes business-oriented Latitude, Precision and OptiPlex computers as well as PowerEdge servers.
- Panasonic: famous for Toughbook rugged laptops, often chosen for fieldwork and industrial use.
- HP: EliteBook and ProBook business laptops and ZBook mobile workstations.
- Fujitsu: Lifebook laptops, Celsius workstations and Primergy servers.
Frequently asked questions about original SSDs
How does an original manufacturer SSD differ from a standard one?
An original drive is made or approved by the computer manufacturer for specific series of its devices. It is therefore usually recognised by the device without trouble and meets the manufacturer's requirements. Standard drives may share the same form factor, but compatibility has to be checked separately.
How do I find out which SSD fits my laptop?
Start with the exact device model and the markings on the old drive. The key parameters are the form factor (for example M.2 2280 or 2230), the interface (PCI Express or Serial ATA) and the capacity. If in doubt, compare them with the manufacturer's technical specification.
Are M.2 2230 and 2280 drives interchangeable?
Not always. The numbers give the width and length in millimetres, so 2230 is 22 x 30 mm and 2280 is 22 x 80 mm. The length of the drive must match the mounting point in the slot, so choose the size your device supports.
Are PCI Express and SATA M.2 drives compatible?
Not necessarily. An M.2 slot can look similar but support only SATA, only PCI Express, or both. Check which interface your device's slot supports before you buy.
