Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
NOTE:The following procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
NOTE:The M.2 card supported on this slot depends on the configuration ordered. Supported card configurations. Supported card configurations:
- M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
- M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image(s) indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
![Image: Installing the solid-state drive](https://dl.dell.com/content/guides/public/Html/alienware-x14-r1-service-manual/images/GUID-D2C263B1-E206-4848-B37C-39315EE87947-low.jpg)
Steps
- Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
- Slide the solid-state drive into the solid-state drive slot.
- Align and place the solid-state drive thermal shield on the solid-state drive.
- Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive thermal shield with the screw hole on the solid-state drive and palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
- Replace the screw (M1.6x1.8) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive thermal shield to the solid-state drive and palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
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