Solid-state drive
Table 5-3 Solid-state drive description and spare part number information
Description Spare part number
512-GB, PCIe, NVMe, solid-state drive with TLC L53563-001
256-GB, PCIe, NVMe, solid-state drive with TLC L53565-001
256-GB, PCIe, NVMe, value solid-state drive L53564-001
128-GB, M.2, SATA-3 solid-state drive with TLC L53872-001
Solid-state drive shield L53543-001
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 bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 25).
5. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 26).
Remove the solid-state drive:
1. Remove the Phillips M2.0×2.3 broad head screw (1) that secures the solid-state drive to the system board.
2. Remove the solid-state drive (2) by pulling it away from the connector.
NOTE: Solid-state drives are designed with notches to prevent incorrect insertion.
Reverse this procedure to install the solid-state drive.
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