Intel NUC8i3BEK - Storage and Chassis Closure; Installing M.2 SSDs

User Guide for NUC8i5BEK, NUC8i3BEK
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Install an M.2 SSD
Intel NUC Kits NUC8i5BEK and NUC8i3BEK support 80mm and 42mm SSDs.
Find compatible M.2 SSDs at the Intel® Product Compatibility Tool:
 NUC8i5BEK
 NUC8i3BEK
If you’re installing an 80mm M.2 SSD:
1. Remove the small silver screw from the 80mm metal standoff on the motherboard (A).
2. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
3. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (B).
4. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (C).
If you’re installing a 42mm M.2 SSD:
1. Remove the small silver screw from the metal standoff on the motherboard (A).
2. Move the standoff (B) from the 80mm position to the 42mm position (C).
3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
4. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (D).
5. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (E).