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Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
    NOTE:Ensure that your computer is in Service Mode. For more information see, step 6 in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the SD card.
  3. Remove the base cover.

About this task

CAUTION:The information in this removal section is intended for authorized service technicians only.

The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

NOTE:The following procedure is applicable for models shipped with an M.2 2230 solid-state drive in the SSD1 and/or SSD2 slot.
Figure 1. Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
SSD removal

Steps

  1. Remove the single (M2x2) screw that secures the solid-state drive thermal plate in place.
  2. Remove the solid-state drive thermal plate from the system board.
  3. Remove the M.2 2230 solid-state drive with the solid-state drive bracket from the system board.
  4. Remove the single (M2x2) screw that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive to the solid-state drive bracket.
  5. Remove the M.2 2230 solid-state drive from the solid-state drive bracket.

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