Dell Alienware x17 R1, Service Manual

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Steps
1. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module slot on the system board.
2. Slide the memory module into the memory-module slot on the system board.
3. Press down on the memory module till the securing clips click, locking the memory module in place.
NOTE: Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the second memory module being installed into your computer.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover .
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer .
Solid-state drive
Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer .
2. Remove the base cover .
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2230 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one
(SSD-1) and/or M.2 slot two (SSD-2).
NOTE: The M.2 card installed on M.2 slot one (SSD-1) and M.2 slot two (SSD-2) will depend on the configuration ordered.
Supported card configurations:
● M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the
removal procedure.
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