XPS 8940 Service Manual

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Installing the solid-state drive/Intel Optane

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.

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

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive/Intel Optane and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module

Steps

  1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane with the tab on the M.2 card slot.
  2. Slide the solid-state drive/Intel Optane into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
  3. Replace the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the solid-state drive/Intel Optane to the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the graphics card.
  2. Install the left-side cover.
  3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
    NOTE: Enable the Intel Optane memory after you replace the Intel Optane memory module. For more information about enabling the Intel Optane memory, see Enabling Intel Optane.

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