Alienware Aurora R16 Owner's Manual

Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive

About this task

NOTE:This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a M.2 2230 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot one/slot two.

NOTE:The M.2 2230 solid-state drives are sold separately.

NOTE:Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either a M.2 2230 solid-state drive or a M.2 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot one/slot two.

If you want to replace your M.2 2230 solid-state drive with a M.2 2280 solid-state drive, the solid-state drive screw mount must be shifted to fit the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.

Follow the procedure in Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive, to install a M.2 2280 solid-state drive.

The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot one/slot two and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

NOTE:The replacement SSD will not be shipped with the thermal pad and SSD thermal pad is a separate serviceable component. If the thermal pad is damaged, peel the SSD thermal pad from the SSD slot on the system board and replace it with a new thermal pad before installing the SSD.

1. Align the notch on the M.2 2230 solid-state drive with the tab on the SSD slot one/slot two on the system board.
2. Insert the M.2 2230 solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the system board.
3. Press the other end of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive down and replace the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.