Service Manual

Steps
1. Align the notches on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module with the tabs in M.2 slot two on the
system board.
2. Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module into M.2 slot two on the system board.
3. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module to the palm-rest and
keyboard assembly.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Installing the solid-state drive mounting bracket on M.2 slot two
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the M.2 2230 solid-state drive or the M.2 2280 solid-state drive from M.2 slot two.
About this task
NOTE:
If there is only one solid-state drive in the configuration you ordered, you can install another solid-state drive in the
other M.2 slot. However, you may need a solid-state drive mounting bracket (sold separately) to install the additional solid-
state drive.
The figure provides a visual representation of the procedure to move the solid-state drive mounting bracket on M.2 slot two.
Removing and installing components
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