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Alienware Area-51m R2 Service Manual

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Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot four

Prerequisites

If you 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 an M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot four.

The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot four and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Replacing the M.2 2280 card

Steps

  1. Align the notch on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 solid-state drive slot on the solid-state drive interposer board.
  2. Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive into the M.2 solid-state drive slot on the solid-state drive interposer board.
  3. Align the screw holes on the thermal shield with the screw holes on the solid-state drive interposer board.
  4. Replace the two screws (M2x3) that secure the solid-state drive and the thermal shield to the solid-state drive interposer board.

Next steps

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

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