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Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 Service Manual

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

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

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies if you are installing a M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
NOTE: Supported card configurations:
  • 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 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Place and align the M.2 2230 solid-state drive on the mounting bracket.
  2. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive to the mounting bracket.
  3. Flip over the M.2 2230 solid-state drive assembly.
  4. Align the notch on the M.2 2230 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot on the system board.
  5. Slide the M.2 2230 solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
  6. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the M.2 2230 solid-state drive mounting bracket to the system board.
  7. Adhere the Mylar over the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and M.2 slot on the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the base cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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