Solid-state drive—M.2 slot one
Removing the 2230 solid-state drive from M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
Before working inside your computer
.
NOTE:
Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
NOTE:
To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is in sleep or on state.
2. Enter
Service Mode
.
3. Remove the
base cover
.
About this task
NOTE:
Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support a 2230 solid-state drive, or a 2280 solid-state
drive in M.2 slot one.
NOTE:
This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2230 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
The following image indicates the location of the 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in M.2 slot one and provides a visual
representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Slide and remove the solid-state drive from the M.2 slot one.
Installing the 2230 solid-state drive in M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
Removing and installing components
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