Solid-state drive (M.2)
Description Spare part number
Solid-state drive, M.2, 256 GB 845195-001
Before removing the solid-state drive, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is o or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by rst unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 26).
5. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on page 27), if installed.
6. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 34).
Remove the solid-state drive:
1. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×3.5 screw (1) that secures the solid-state drive to the system board.
NOTE: If the module springs up when the screw is removed, be sure to remove the module at the angle
dictated by the spring mechanism.
When installing the module, be sure to insert the module at the angle that it sits after the screw is
removed and the module springs up.
2. Remove the solid-state drive (2) by pulling the drive away from the slot at an angle.
Reverse this procedure to install the solid-state drive.
38 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts