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MSI Prestige 15 A12SC RAM & SSD Upgrade Guide (2022)

Quick Summary: The MSI Business Prestige 15 A12SC (2022) supports LPDDR5 Soldered RAM (up to 32GB, Soldered (not upgradeable)) and M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 M.2 slot). Note: RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded.

MSI Business Prestige 15 A12SC RAM Specifications

NVMe SSD installed on circuit board
NVMe SSD installed on circuit board
SpecDetails
RAM TypeLPDDR5 Soldered
Maximum RAM32GB
RAM SlotsSoldered (not upgradeable)
ProcessorIntel Core i7-1280P

MSI Business Prestige 15 A12SC SSD Specifications

SpecDetails
SSD TypeM.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0
SSD Slots1 M.2 slot

How to Upgrade RAM

The MSI Business Prestige 15 A12SC has soldered RAM that cannot be upgraded. Choose the right config when purchasing.

How to Upgrade the SSD

  1. Power off and disconnect cables
  2. Remove bottom panel
  3. Locate M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 slot(s)
  4. Remove mounting screw, slide out old SSD
  5. Insert new SSD and secure
  6. Replace cover
  7. Clone old drive or install OS from USB

Recommended Upgrades

Best RAM

LPDDR5 Soldered from Crucial, Kingston, or Corsair. Upgrade to 32GB with matched pairs.

Best SSD

Samsung 990 Pro or WD Black SN850X M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD for best performance.

FAQ

Maximum RAM for MSI Business Prestige 15 A12SC?

Up to 32GB of LPDDR5 Soldered (Soldered (not upgradeable)).

Can I upgrade the SSD?

Yes, M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 with 1 M.2 slot.

Is RAM soldered?

Yes, soldered and not upgradeable.

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