Inspiron 14 Plus 7440 Owner's Manual

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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:This procedure applies if you are installing an M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
NOTE:An M.2 2280 thermal shield is required to install an M.2 2280 solid-state drive. If this thermal shield is not present on your computer, contact Dell support to purchase the M.2 2280 thermal shield.
NOTE:The M.2 slot supports the installation of one of the following solid-state drives:
  • M.2 2230 solid-state drive and an M.2 2230 thermal shield.

    Your M.2 2230 is mounted on a 2230-specific thermal shield.

  • M.2 2280 solid-state drive and a 2280-specific thermal shield.

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

Figure 1. Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive
Image: Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

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 system board.
  2. Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive into the M.2 solid-state drive slot on the system board.
  3. Place the M.2 2280 thermal shield on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
  4. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and thermal shield 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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