Replacing the solid-state drive/Intel Optane
memory module
Enable the Intel Optane memory after you replace the Intel Optane memory module. For more information about enabling the Intel Optane
memory, see Enabling 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.
CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
Topics:
• Procedure
• Post-requisites
Procedure
1. Replace the thermal pad on the rectangular outline marked on the system board.
2. Align the notch on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory with the tab on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory slot.
3. Slide the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory firmly into the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory slot at an angle.
4. Press the other end of the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory and replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive/
Intel Optane memory to the keyboard shield.
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