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Vostro 3710 Service Manual

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.

About this task

NOTE:If you are replacing a M.2 2230 solid-state drive with a M.2 2280 solid-state drive, ensure the M.2 2230 solid-state drive is removed first.
NOTE:See the procedure for removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
NOTE:The following image indicate where to install the solid-state drive screw mount based on form factor.

The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot.
  2. Slide the solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
  3. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive to the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the HDD and ODD cage.
  2. Install the 3.5-inch hard drive.
  3. Install the front cover.
  4. Install the left-side cover.
  5. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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