Dell P44E, Service Manual

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Steps
1. Slide the SSD release latch to unlock the SSD module.
2. Remove the (M2x3) screw that secures the SSD module into its slot on the computer.
3. Remove the SSD module from the computer.
4. Remove the (M2x3) screw that secures the SSD thermal pad to the SSD carrier.
5. Remove the SSD thermal pad from the SSD module.
6. For M.2 2280 SSD:
a. Remove the M.2 2280 SSD from the SSD carrier.
7. For M.2 2230 SSD:
a. Remove the M.2 2230 SSD with its holder from the SSD carrier.
b. Remove the (M2x2) screw to secure the M.2 2230 SSD to its holder.
c. Remove the SSD from the holder.
Installing the secondary M.2 SSD module
Prerequisites
NOTE: For computers shipped with M.2 2280 or 2230 SSD installed in slot 6.
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The figure indicates the location of the secondary M.2 SSD and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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