Dell Inspiron 5301 - Page 24

The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the
installation procedure.
Steps
1. Lift the Mylar over the system board.
2. Lift the thermal tape that covers the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
3. Align the notch on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot on the system board.
4. Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
5. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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Removing and installing components