Service Manual

Solid-state drive—M.2 slot one
Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive from M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support an M.2 2230 solid-state drive or an M.2 2280
solid-state drive in M.2 slot one.
NOTE: M.2 slot one supports PCIe x4.0 SSDs only. If you have an Intel Optane Hybrid, SATA, or PCIe x2.0 SSD, install it in
M.2 slot two.
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2230 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
The figure indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in M.2 slot one and provides a visual
representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive to the solid-state drive mounting bracket.
2. Slide and lift the M.2 2230 solid-state drive off M.2 slot one on the system board.
Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive in M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
NOTE:
Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support an M.2 2230 solid-state drive or an M.2 2280
solid-state drive in M.2 slot one.
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