Dell Latitude 7430 - Removing the M.2 2230 Solid-State Drive (for Computers Shipped with a Thermal Plate)

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Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive (for computers shipped
with a thermal plate)
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 2230 solid-state drive installed.
NOTE: The M.2 card that is installed on your computer depends on the configuration ordered. Supported card
configurations on the M.2 card slot are:
● M.2 2230 solid-state drive
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the two screws (M2x2) that secure the M.2 2230 solid-state drive thermal plate to the palm-rest and keyboard
assembly.
2. Slide and lift the M.2 2230 solid-state drive thermal pate off the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
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Removing and installing components