Removing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive - Dell MF6F1 Service Manual

6. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and thermal shield to the M.2 2230 mounting bracket.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered your computer may have up to two M.2 cards installed. Supported card
configurations per M.2 card slot:
• M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
• M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the palm-rest assembly.
2. Lift and remove the M.2 2280 thermal shield off the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
NOTE: A thermal shield is only present on PCIe M.2 cards.
3. Slide and remove the M.2 2280 solid-state drive from the M.2 card slot on the system board.
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