User’s Manual

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Chapter 2: Basic Installation
Chapter 2
3. Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between installing M.2 of
different lengths, please refer to the different types and their installation steps below:
For 2280 length
A. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch at the 2280 position so that the handle points
away from the M.2 slot.
B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad.
C. (optional) Remove the thermal pad of the 2260 M.2 length screw hole and
install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate if you are installing a single sided
M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate when
installing a double-sided M.2 storage device.
D. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot.
E. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place.
Thermal pad Bundled rubber for M.2 backplate