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
NOTE:The M.2 card that is installed on your computer depends on the configuration ordered. The supported card configurations on the M.2 card slot are:
M.2 2230 solid-state drive
M.2 2280 solid-state drive
NOTE:This procedure applies if you are installing an M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
Before replacing an M.2 2280 solid-state drive with an M.2 2230 solid-state drive, move the screw mount as shown in the following figure.
Figure 1. Changing 2280 to 2230
The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Figure 2. Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive
Steps
Ensure that the thermal pad covering the M.2 2230 slot on the system board is in place.
Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot.
Slide the solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
Replace the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the solid-state drive to the system board.
