Solid-state drive
Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the stand.
3. Remove the back cover.
4. Remove the system-board shield.
About this task
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may have an M.2 2230 or a 2280 solid-state drive installed
in the solid-state drive slot (M.2 PCIe SSD 0) on the system board.
NOTE: This procedure is applicable for computers where an M.2 2230 solid-state drive is installed in the solid-state drive
slot (M.2 PCIe SSD 0) on the system board.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the
removal procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.
2. Slide and lift the M.2 2230 solid-state drive from the solid-state drive slot (M.2 PCIe SSD 0) on the system board.
Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
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