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Precision 7680 Service Manual

Removing the primary M.2 Solid-state drive

Prerequisites

NOTE:For computers shipped with M.2 2280 or 2230 Solid-state drive in slot 3.
  1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the base cover.
    NOTE:Follow this procedure only if the computer is shipped without SSD door configuration).

About this task

The figure indicates the location of the primary M.2 SSD and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Removing the primary M.2 Solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Slide the SSD release latch into the unlock position and remove the (M2x2.5) screw that secures the SSD assembly to the system chassis.
  2. Remove the SSD assembly from the system chassis.
  3. Remove the (M2x2.5) screw that secures the SSD thermal plate to the SSD carrier.
  4. Lift to remove the SSD from the SSD thermal plate.

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