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SSD Removal Process
Preliminary Requirements
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to follow all special (bolded) notes of caution within each process section.
IMPORTANT:
SSD re-installation should not be carried out. SSD replacement or swap should not be
attempted. It may damage the device or pose safety concerns for users. Damage to the device(s) caused
during the process will not be covered under warranty.
Required Tools and Components
• Tools:
o
Software Tool – SDT
o
Plastic tweezers
o
Plastic Opening Pick
o
Plastic Opening tool
o
Isopropyl Alcohol Dispenser (use only 70% IPA)
o
Screwdriver (PH0 driver bit for C-cover)
o
Screwdriver (PH00 driver bit for all internal screws)
o
Anti-static wrist strap (1M Ohm resistance)
o
ESD-safe battery cover
Prerequisite Steps:
•
Power off device – Ensure device is powered off and disconnected from a power supply.
•
General Safety – Check to make sure that general guidelines and ESD compliance steps are followed prior to
opening the device. Refer to Prior to Device Disassembly section (
) for details.
•
Position device – To prevent scratches, flip device over onto a clean surface free of debris with the device bottom
facing up for access to the feet for removal.
