Service Manual

Removing the solid-state drive/Intel Optane

You need to disable the Intel Optane device before removing it from your computer. For more information about disabling the Intel Optane

device, see Disabling Intel Optane memory.

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow

the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After

working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at

www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Prerequisites

Remove the base cover.

Procedure

1. Remove the two screws (M2x4) that secure that solid-state drive shield/Intel Optane shield to the palm-rest assembly.

2. Lift the solid-state drive shield/Intel Optane shield off the palm-rest assembly.

3. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the solid-state drive/Intel Optane to the palm-rest assembly.

4. Slide and remove the solid-stare drive/Intel Optane from the solid-state drive slot.

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