If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
CAUTION:Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive 1 and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
Align the notch on the solid-state drive 1 with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
Gently slide the solid-state drive 1 into the solid-state drive slot.
Slide the solid-state drive thermal bracket under the peg on the system board.
Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive thermal bracket with the peg on the system board.
NOTE:The size of the solid-state drive thermal bracket varies based on the storage type. A solid-state drive thermal bracket that is designed for an M.2 2280 drive cannot accommodate an M.2 2230 drive and vice versa. To use a M.2 2230 drive, an M.2 solid-state drive bracket must be used. Follow the procedure in
Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the solid-state drive thermal bracket and the solid-state drive 1 to the system board.