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Dell G5 SE 5505 Service Manual
Installing the 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
If your are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
NOTE This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
NOTE Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either 2230 solid-state drive or 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot one.
The following image indicates the location of the 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
- Align the notches on the solid-state drive with the SSD2 slot on the system board.
- Slide the solid-state drive into the SSD2 slot on the system board.
- Place the solid-state drive bracket on the solid-state drive.
- Align the screw holes on the thermal shield with the screw holes on the system board and the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
- Replace the two screws (M2x3) that secure the solid-state drive to the system board.
Next steps
- Install the base cover.
- Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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