[V570] mSATA SSD

Hi,
Since it didn´t get any response on the german sub-forum, I´d like to give this a try.
I want to install a "mini" SSD in my IdeaPad V570 but I have a few questions about it.
1.) I´m not quite 100% sure if I seeked out the right slot to put the 1.8 Inch mSATA SSD in. I made some photos and I would be happy if someone can tell me if I´m right or wrong on this one.
http://sdrv.ms/RIxwWt
http://sdrv.ms/RIxIoA
(SkyDrive)
2.) Is the new SATA 6 generation supported by my laptop?
3.) Will the RapidDrive technology be enabled automatically after installing the SSD? I did a bit research on the software and came to the conclusion not to use it.
4.) Will this violate the product-warranty on my laptop?
Thank you in advance!

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