Solid-state drive
IMPORTANT: The M.2 connector that supports a solid-state drive can also support an Optane memory
module. You cannot simultaneously install both an Optane memory module and a solid-state drive in the
computer.
Description Spare part number
512 GB, PCIe, NVMe L22584-001
256 GB, PCIe, NVMe L22583-001
256 GB, SATA-3, TLC L22582-001
128 GB, SATA-3, TLC L22581-001
Before removing the solid-state drive, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by rst unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on page 32).
5. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 36).
6. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 38).
Remove the solid-state drive:
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Remove the Phillips M2.0×3.0 screw (1), and then pull the solid-state drive module from the socket (2).
Reverse this procedure to install the solid-state drive.
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