2. Replace the screw (M2x2.5) that secures the solid-state drive to the system board.
1. Install the battery.
2. Install the base cover.
3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the battery.
The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
1. Remove the screw (M2x2.5) that secures the solid-state drive bracket to the system board.
2. Slide and remove the solid-state drive bracket off the solid-state drive on the system board.
3. Slide and remove the solid-state drive off the solid-state drive slot on the system board.
Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
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Removing and installing components