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3-9 Installing the M.2 Device and Heat Sink
WARNING:
Installation of the thermal pad over the M.2 device is required when installing an M.2 device. Lack
of the thermal pad may result in the system overheating and throttle the system performance.
CAUTION
The position of the stand-off screw will depend on the size of the M.2 device. The stand-off screw
is pre-installed for 22110 cards as standard. Refer to the size of the M.2 device and change the
position of the stand-off screw accordingly.
Follow these instructions to install the M.2 device and heat sink:
1. Insert the M.2 device into the M.2 connector.
2. Press down on the M.2 device.
3. Install the thermal pad of the M.2 device to the M.2 device.
4. Press down on the thermal pad.
5. Secure the M.2 device and its thermal pad to the motherboard with a single screw.
6. Reverse steps 1-4 to remove the M.2 device.
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