Inspiron 3505 Service Manual

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Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the base cover.

About this task

NOTE:This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed.
NOTE:The M.2 card installed on your computer will depend on the configuration ordered. Supported card configurations on the M.2 card slot:
  • M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
  • M.2 2280 solid-state drive

The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Image: Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Remove the screw (M2x2.2) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  2. Loosen the captive screw (M2x4) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  3. Lift the M.2 thermal shield from the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  4. Slide and remove the M.2 2280 solid-state drive from the M.2 card slot on the system board.

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