User's Guide

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8. Install a new M.2 solid-state drive by doing the following:
a. Align the contact edge of the new M.2 solid-state drive with the key in the slot and carefully insert the
drive into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees
1 . Then, pivot the M.2 solid-state drive downward
2 .
b. Install the screw to secure the M.2 solid-state drive
3 .
9. Install the new M.2 solid-state drive bracket 1 and tighten the screws 2 .
Note: Two thermal pads are attached underneath the long bracket to prevent possible overheating.
Ensure that the thermal pads are not removed or damaged.
10. Reinstall the base cover assembly.
11. Turn the computer over. Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.
12. If you install a new Intel Optane memory, enable the Intel Optane memory by doing the following:
a. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI
BIOS menu.
b. Select Config Storage Controller mode. Ensure that RST mode is selected.
c. Go to
https://support.lenovo.com. Download and install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology (iRST)
Console with Device Driver on your computer.
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