Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Slide and lift the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module off the SSD1 slot on the system board.
Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support an M.2 2230 solid-state drive or an M.2
2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot one.
NOTE: Install the solid-state drive mounting bracket, if it is not installed.
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module that is installed in M.2 slot one
and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components