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 installed on M.2 slot will depend on the configuration ordered. 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 M.2 2280 solid-state drive](https://dl.dell.com/content/guides/public/Html/alienware-x14-r2-service-manual/images/GUID-F391797A-2798-42E3-8CF0-120E1CE39727-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.
- Slide the solid-state drive thermal shield into the solid-state drive slot.
- 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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