About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may be shipped with one of the following:
ā One hard drive and one 2230 or 2280 solid-state drive
ā One 2230 solid-state drive and one 2280 solid-state drive
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either 2230 solid-state drive or 2280 solid-
state drive in M.2 slot one.
The following image indicates the location of the 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane that is installed in M.2 slot one and
provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
1. Align the notches on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane with the SSD2 slot on the system board.
2. Slide the solid-state drive/Intel Optane into the SSD2 slot on the system board.
3. Place the solid-state drive bracket on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane .
4. Align the screw holes on the thermal shield with the screw holes on the system board and the palm-rest and keyboard
assembly.
5. Replace the two screws (M2x3) that secure the solid-state drive/Intel Optane to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Solid-state driveāM.2 slot two
Removing the 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot two
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
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Removing and installing components
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