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i.
Determine the top side of the M.2 SSD by inserting it in the M.2 socket of your
NAS.
ii. Mount the heatsink onto the top of the M.2 SSD.
Note: the figures below display the mounted heatsink locations for different sized M.2
SSDs.
4. Place the M.2 SSD/heatsink module onto the tray.
5. Optional: Install spacer in between the M.2 SSD and the tray if the clip is too loose.
6. Insert the clip.
i.
Gently squeeze the heatsink and the tray together, and insert the clip at a
35-egree angle.
ii. Slide the clip in.
5.2 M.2 SSD Installation
Note: Do not attempt to bend or remove the orange temperature sensor near the M.2 SSD
socket.
To install M.2 SSD:
1. Power off the system by pressing the power button for 1.5 seconds or until the system
beeps once. Wait for all the LEDs on the front to turn off.
2. Disconnect the power cord, network cables, and any other cables attached to the
device.
3. Before opening the NAS, wear an antistatic wrist strap and connect the crocodile clamp
to ground to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging equipment.
4. Remove the screws on the back of the NAS that are connecting the case cover to the
chassis.
5. Gently remove case cover from case.
6. Remove the fan module.
i.
Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
