Steps
1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot.
2. Slide the solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
3. Slide the securing rod over the hook and press it down.
4. Align and place the solid-state drive thermal plate and press to fit it firmly to cover the solid-state drive.
5. Replace the two screws (M2x2.5) that secure the solid-state drive thermal plate to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Connect the AC adapter and power on the system.
3. Follow the procedure in After working on your computer.
Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Enter service mode.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure
of M.2 2230 SSD.
Removing and installing components
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