5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to install the second memory module, if applicable.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover (plastic chassis) or the base cover (aluminum chassis), whichever is applicable.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Solid-state drive
Removing the solid-state drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover (plastic chassis) or the base cover (aluminum chassis), whichever is applicable.
About this task
NOTE: If you are replacing the solid-state drive with a new solid-state drive, use the existing mounting bracket to install the
latter.
The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Figure 26. Removing the solid-state drive
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive bracket to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Slide and remove the solid-state drive bracket, along with the solid-state drive, from the M.2 card slot (SSD1) on the system
board.
3. Turn over the solid-state drive bracket.
4. Remove the screw (M2x1.8) that secures the solid-state drive to the solid-state drive bracket.
5. Lift the solid-state drive off the solid-state drive bracket.
Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
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