Step one, leave Windows 10 S Mode.Step two, replace 4GB RAM (second 4GB RAM is soldered in) with a 16GB RAM module.Step three, replace 128GB SSD with a Samsung EVO 970.I am only using this laptop for cloud maintenance and RDP/SSH/VNC connectivity. Perfect for that! My only complaint is the screen brightness doesn't measure up to other models and contrast isn't great. Otherwise perfect for light work and portable media (for the non-picky).