Dell Inspiron 5301 - Removing the M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive

5. Place and slide the M.2 2230 bracket on the system board, aligning the notch on the M.2 2230 bracket to the groove on the
M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
6. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2230 bracket to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed.
NOTE: The M.2 card that is installed on your computer will depend on the configuration ordered. Supported card
configurations on the M.2 card slot:
● M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
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Removing and installing components