Service Manual

Steps

1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive1 with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.

2. Gently slide the solid-state drive1 into the solid-state drive slot.

3. Slide the solid-state drive thermal bracket into the alignment post on the system board.

4. Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive thermal bracket with the screw hole on the system board.

NOTE:

The size of the solid-state drive thermal bracket varies based on the storage type. A solid-state drive thermal

bracket that is designed for an M.2 2280 drive cannot accommodate an M.2 2230 drive and vice versa.

5. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the solid-state drive thermal bracket and the solid-state drive1 to the system board.

Next steps

1. Install the base cover.

2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Removing the solid-state drive2

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

The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

PROCEDURE.

Removing and installing components