Removing the solid-state drive/Intel Optane
You need to disable the Intel Optane device before removing it from your computer. For more information about disabling the
Intel Optane device, see Disabling Intel Optane memory.
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After
working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
Topics:
• Prerequisites
• Procedure
Prerequisites
1. Remove the base cover.
2. Remove the battery.
Procedure
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive to the palm-rest assembly.
2. Slide and remove the solid-state drive from the solid-state drive slot.
Figure 7. Removing the solid-state drive
a. screw
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