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Vostro 3405 Service Manual
Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive
Prerequisites
About this task
NOTE This procedure applies if you are installing a M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
NOTE The M.2 card installed on your computer will depend on the configuration ordered. Supported card configurations on the M.2 card slot:
- M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
- M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
- Align the notch on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot on the system board.
- Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
- Place the M.2 thermal shield on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
- Align the screw holes on the M.2 thermal shield with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
- Replace the single (M2x2.2) screw and tighten the single captive screw that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Next steps
- Reconnect the battery.
- Install the base cover.
- Install the SD card.
- Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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