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XPS 13 9300 Service Manual

Installing the solid-state drive

Prerequisites

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 and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
  2. Gently slide the solid-state drive into the solid-state drive slot.
  3. Align the solid-state drive shield with the alignment post, and align the screw hole on the solid-state drive shield with the screw hole on the system board.
    NOTE The size of the solid-state drive shield is specific to the size of the solid-state drive that is shipped with your computer. The solid-state drive shield cannot be used for a different-sized solid-state drive.
  4. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive shield and the solid-state drive to the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the base cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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