Steps
1.
Press the release button to open the SSD carrier release handle.
2.
Slide the SSD carrier out of the SSD cage.
The SSD is installed in the SSD carrier.
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty SSD slots must have SSD blanks
installed.
Figure 54. Removing a 1.8 inch uSATA SSD carrier
1.
release button
2. SSD carrier
3. SSD carrier handle
Next steps
Depending on your requirement, perform one of the following steps:
• If you are not replacing the SSD immediately, insert an SSD blank in the empty SSD slot.
• Install the 1.8 inch uSATA SSD carrier.
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Safety instructions
Installing a 1.8 inch uSATA SSD blank
Installing a 1.8 inch uSATA SSD carrier
Installing a 1.8 inch uSATA SSD carrier
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: Use only SSDs that have been tested and approved for use with the SSD backplane.
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