XPS 14 9440 Owner's Manual

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Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (SSD)

Prerequisites

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

About this task

NOTE:Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support an M.2 2280 SSD or an M.2 2280 SSD.
NOTE:This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 SSD.

The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 SSD and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

NOTE:XPS 14 9440 consists of a thermal pad adhered to the system board under the M.2 SSD. The thermal pad may get separated from the system board or get adhered to the SSD. Adhere the thermal pad to the SSD compartment if it is detached from the system board during the removal process.
Figure 1. M.2 SSD thermal pad
Image: M.2 SSD thermal pad

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Adhere the M.2 SSD thermal pad if it is detached from the system board during the removal process.
  2. Align the notch on the M.2 2280 SSD with the tab on the SSD slot.
  3. Slide and place the M.2 2280 SSD on the thermal pad in the SSD slot.
  4. Insert the tab of the M.2 SSD shield into the peg on the system board.
  5. Replace the screw (M2x2.5) that secures the M.2 SSD shield to the system board.

Next steps

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

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