Steps
1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive 1 with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
2. Gently slide the solid-state drive 1 into the solid-state drive slot.
3. Slide the solid-state drive thermal bracket into the alignment post on the system board, and align the screw hole on the
solid-state drive thermal bracket with the screw hole on the system board.
NOTE:
The size of the solid-state drive thermal bracket varies based on the storage type. A solid-state drive thermal
bracket that is designed for an M.2 2280 drive cannot accommodate an M.2 2230 drive and vice versa.
4. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the solid-state drive thermal bracket and the solid-state drive 1 to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Removing the solid-state drive 2
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is turned on or is in
sleep state.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive 2 and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
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