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Installing the M.2 2230 solid state drive

Prerequisites

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

About this task

NOTE:A M.2 solid state drive bracket for the M.2 2230 solid state drive is required. Do not install the M.2 2230 solid state drive without its M.2 solid state drive bracket.

The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Figure 1. Installing the M.2 2230 solid state drive
Image: Installing the M.2 2230 solid state drive

Steps

  1. Place the M.2 2230 solid state drive on the M.2 2230 solid state drive bracket.
  2. Align the screw hole on the M.2 2230 solid state drive with the screw hole on the M.2 2230 solid state drive bracket.
  3. Replace the screw (M2x1.8) that secures the M.2 2230 solid state drive to the M.2 2230 solid state drive bracket.
  4. Flip over the M.2 2230 solid state drive assembly.
  5. Align the notch on the M.2 2230 solid state drive with the tab on the solid state drive slot on the system board.
  6. Slide the M.2 2230 solid state drive assembly into the M.2 solid state drive slot on the system board.
  7. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2230 solid state drive bracket 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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