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Inspiron 16 7610 Service Manual for computers with three fans

Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Enter Service Mode.
  3. Remove the base cover.

About this task

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

The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the system board.
  2. Slide and lift the M.2 thermal shield off the system board.
  3. Lift the M.2 2230 bracket off the system board.
  4. Slide and lift the M.2 2230 solid-state drive off the system board.

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