Solid-state drive and hardware
Description Spare part number
128-GB, SATA-3, TLC L17297-001
128-GB, SATA-3 918858-001
Solid-state drive hardware kit (includes bracket, cable, Mylar, and screws) 918701-001
Solid-state drive board 918702-001
Before removing the solid-state drive, follow these steps:
1. Turn o 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 28).
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see Battery on page 30).
Remove the solid-state drive:
1. Remove the Phillips M2.0×3.0 screw (1), and then pull the solid-state drive module from the socket (2).
2. If you need to remove solid-state drive board, lift the system board ZIF connector (1) and disconnect the
cable (2).
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