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About this task
NOTE:
The M.2 card that is installed on your computer depends on the configuration ordered. Supported card
configurations on the M.2 card slot are:
● M.2 2230 solid state drive
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Figure 21. Removing the solid-state drive
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) to release the M.2 SSD shielding cover from the system board.
2. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the M.2 2230 solid state drive extension thermal plate to the system board.
3. Using a flat-headed tool, pry open the M.2 SSD shielding cover from the recess on its bottom side and remove it from the
system board.
4. Slide and remove the M.2 2230 solid state drive from the M.2 card slot on the system board.
NOTE:
For computers shipped without a solid state drive thermal plate, a thermal pad sticker is adhered to the system
board underneath the solid state drive. If in the process of replacing the solid state drive, the thermal pad is separated
from the plate or gets adhered to the solid state drive, readhere the thermal pad to the system board before reinstalling
the solid state drive to the system.
Installing the M.2 2230 solid state drive
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid state drive and provides a visual representation of the
installation procedure.
Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
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