Dell Precision 5750 Service Manual

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive in the SSD2 slot

About this task

NOTE This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed in the SSD2 slot.

NOTE Install the solid-state drive mounting bracket, if it is not installed.

The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive that is installed in the SSD2 slot and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the SSD2 slot.
2. Slide the solid-state drive into the SSD2 slot.
3. Using the guide post, place the solid-state drive thermal bracket over the solid-state drive.
4. Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive thermal bracket with the screw hole on the system board.
5. Replace the screw (M2x4) that secures the solid-state drive thermal bracket and the solid-state drive to the system board.
6. Adhere the tape that secures the solid-state drive thermal bracket to the system board.