Service Manual

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is in sleep or on state.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support an M.2 2280 solid-state drive or an M.2 2280
solid-state drive.
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the antenna cable from the routing guides along the edge of the solid-state drive shield.
2. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive shield to the system board.
3. Slide and lift the M.2 2280 solid-state drive off the solid-state drive slot on the system board.
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Removing and installing components