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Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in Slot 1

Prerequisites

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

About this task

The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in Slot 1 and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Figure 1. Image: Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in Slot 1
Image: Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Place the M.2 2280 solid-state drive holder on its slot on the palm-rest assembly.
  2. Align the notch on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive slot.
  3. Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive into the M.2 2280 solid-state drive slot.
  4. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid-state drive to the solid-state drive holder and palm-rest assembly.
  5. Align the screw holes on the solid-state drive thermal shield with the screw holes on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and palm-rest assembly.
  6. Replace the two screws (M2x3) that secure the solid-state drive thermal shield to the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and palm-rest assembly.

Next steps

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

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