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VSNMK

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February 24th, 2026 15:21

How to increase disk storage?

I have XPS laptop. I wanted to extend disk space. How can I add more space?

  • ejn63

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    Posted February 24th, 2026 15:35

    Depends on the model.  On some it's a simple matter of replacing the drive with a larger one.  

    On others (the 2-in-1 13" XPS models, mostly) it's not possible short of replacing the system board, to which the SSD is soldered.

    If you need a more definitive answer, you'll need to provide the full model number (XPS 9330, 9330 2-in-1, 7590, etc.).

    Is Good Troubleshooting
  • DELL-ChrisM2

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    Posted February 24th, 2026 15:38

    @ejn63​ Thanks. This was a test!

     

    #IWork4Dell

  • Anderson_25

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    Posted February 24th, 2026 20:52

    For your Dell XPS laptop, there are a few ways to increase storage:

    1. Internal Upgrade: If your model allows, you can replace the existing SSD with a higher-capacity NVMe drive.

    2. Secondary Drive: Some XPS models support adding a second M.2 SSD or 2.5" SATA drive (depending on the model).

    3. External Storage: Using a fast external SSD via USB-C/Thunderbolt is an easy option without opening the laptop.

    For guidance, you can also check the Dell support website. Always back up your data before upgrading and ensure the new drive is compatible with your XPS model.

  • GauravSyst

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    Posted February 25th, 2026 09:41

    Well you can try the following to fix the issue:

    Delete temporary files
    Remove unused apps
    Delete large files
    Empty recycle bin
    Extend disk partition