Inspiron 16 5620 - for computers with DDR4 memory Service Manual

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
    NOTE:Ensure that your computer is in Service Mode. For more information see, step 6 in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the base cover.

About this task

NOTE:This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed.
NOTE:The M.2 solid-state drive installed on your computer depends on the configuration ordered. The M.2 slot supports one of the following solid-state drives:
  • M.2 2230 solid-state drive

    A mounting bracket for the M.2 2230 solid-state drive is required. The mounting bracket is provided if the M.2 2230 solid-state drive is shipped with the computer.

    If you are replacing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive with a new M.2 2230 solid-state drive, use the existing mounting bracket to install the latter.

  • M.2 2280 solid-state drive

    If you are replacing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (shipped with the computer) with an M.2 2230 solid-state drive, a mounting bracket for the M.2 2230 solid-state drive is required. Please contact Dell support to purchase the mounting bracket for the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.

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

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  2. Slide and lift the M.2 2280 solid-state drive off the solid-state drive slot on the system board.

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