Learn how to replace the M.2 2230 solid-state drive on the Inspiron 3501/3502/3505. This video shows how to remove and install the M.2 2230 solid-state drive on the Inspiron 3501/3502/3505. Before you begin, power off the system and disconnect all the attached peripherals. Ensure that you always use ESD protection when working inside the system. If you need more information or assistance, go to //www.dell.com/support/manuals.
In this video, we will demonstrate how to remove and install the 2230 solid-state drive. Before removing the 2230 solid-state drive, read through the safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. For more information about safety guidelines, see the Inspiron 3501, 3502, or 3505 Service Manual at: Dell.com/Support. Before you begin, ensure that you turn off your computer and disconnect all attached peripherals.
Before removing the base cover, ensure that there is no micro-SD card installed in the micro-SD card slot on your computer. To remove the base cover, loosen the two captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Remove the seven screws that secure the base cover to the palm rest and keyboard assembly.
Using a plastic scribe, pry the base cover from the top left and then continue to work on the sides to open the base cover. Lift the base cover off of the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the system board.
Turn the computer over and open the display. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to ground the computer and drain the flea power. After draining the flea power, close the display and turn the computer over. Now, let's remove the 2230 solid-state drive.
Remove the screw that secures the solid-state thermal shield to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Loosen the captive screw that secures the solid-state drive bracket to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Lift the solid-state thermal shield off the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Flip over the solid-state drive thermal shield.
Remove the screw that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the solid-state drive thermal shield. Lift the 2230 solid-state drive off the solid-state drive thermal shield. You have successfully removed the 2230 solid-state drive. Now, let's see how to install the 2230 solid-state drive.
Place the 2230 solid-state drive on the solid-state drive thermal shield, being sure to align the screw holes on the solid-state drive to the screw holes on the thermal shield. Replace the screw that secures the solid-state drive to the thermal shield. Flip over the thermal shield.
Align the notches on the 2230 solid-state drive with the tabs on the solid-state drive slot on the system board. Slide the 2230 solid-state drive into the solid-state drive slot on the system board. Align the screw holes on the solid-state drive thermal shield with the screw holes on the palm rest and keyboard assembly.
Replace the screw that secures the thermal shield to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Tighten the captive screw that secures the thermal shield to the palm rest and keyboard assembly. Now, connect the battery cable to the connector on the system board.
To install the base cover, align and place the base cover on the palm rest and keyboard assembly. You can press the edges and sides of the base cover until it snaps into place. Now, tighten the two captive screws and replace the seven screws to secure the base cover to the computer.
The solid-state drive installation process is now complete. For more information, see the service manual document at: Dell.com/Support.
