Solid-state drive
To remove the M.2 solid-state drive, use this procedure and illustration.
Table 5-6 Solid-state drive descriptions and part numbers
Description Spare part number
1 TB, PCIe, TLC L85348-002
512 GB, PCIe, value L85364-002
512 GB solid-state drive + 32 GB Optane memory L85366-002
256 GB, PCIe, value L85354-002
128 GB, PCIe, value M06792-002
Before removing the solid-state drive, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 30).
2. Remove the bottom cover (Bottom cover on page 30).
3. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see Battery on page 31).
Remove the solid-state drive:
1. Remove the Phillips M2.0 × 2.5 screw (1) that secures the drive to the computer.
2. Pull the drive away from the socket to remove it (2).
To install the solid-state drive, reverse the removal procedures.
NOTE: Solid-state drives are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion.
RTC battery
To remove the RTC battery, use this procedure and illustration.
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