How to Change the Factory Brand Name of Your HDD and RAM

How to Change the Factory Brand Name of Your HDD and RAM

When you purchase a new hard disk drive (HDD) or random access memory (RAM) for your computer, they usually come with a factory brand name. This brand name is displayed in your system information and can sometimes be seen during system startup. However, if you want to customize the brand name to something of your choice, or if you have upgraded your hardware and want to reflect the new brand name, you can change it easily. In this article, we will guide you through the process of changing the factory brand name of your HDD and RAM.

Changing the HDD Brand Name

To change the factory brand name of your HDD, follow these steps:

1. Open the Start menu and search for "Device Manager". Click on the search result to open the Device Manager.
2. In the Device Manager window, expand the "Disk drives" category.
3. Right-click on the HDD whose brand name you want to change and select "Properties" from the context menu.
4. In the Properties window, go to the "Details" tab.
5. From the "Property" drop-down menu, select "Hardware Ids".
6. Copy the value listed in the "Value" field.
7. Open the Windows Registry Editor by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "regedit" in the Run dialog, and clicking "OK".
8. Navigate to the following registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Enum\USBSTOR
9. Expand the USBSTOR key and search for the folder with a name similar to the value you copied in step 6.
10. Within the folder, locate and double-click on the "FriendlyName" value.
11. Change the value data to your desired brand name and click "OK".
12. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

After following these steps, your HDD will now display the new brand name you have chosen.

Changing the RAM Brand Name

Changing the factory brand name of your RAM involves modifying the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data stored on the RAM module. Please note that this process requires advanced technical knowledge, and any mistakes can potentially damage your RAM. Proceed with caution and follow these steps:

1. Download and install a RAM SPD editor tool, such as "Thaiphoon Burner" or "DRAM Calculator for Ryzen".
2. Launch the SPD editor tool and select the RAM module whose brand name you want to change.
3. Locate the field that corresponds to the brand name and modify it to your desired name.
4. Save the changes and exit the SPD editor tool.
5. Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

It is crucial to note that modifying the SPD data is not supported by all RAM manufacturers, and doing so may void your warranty. Additionally, incorrect modification can lead to system instability. Therefore, it is recommended to proceed with caution and only if you have a thorough understanding of the process.

Conclusion

Changing the factory brand name of your HDD and RAM can be a fun way to personalize your computer and reflect any hardware upgrades you have made. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily modify the brand name to your desired choice. However, it is essential to exercise caution, especially when modifying the SPD data of your RAM, as any mistakes can potentially damage your hardware. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with the process, it is always best to seek assistance from a professional or the manufacturer.