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XPS 15 9500 Service Manual

Installing the solid-state drive 2

Prerequisites

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

CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive 2 and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the solid-state drive 2

Steps

  1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive 2 with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
  2. Gently slide the solid-state drive 2 into the solid-state drive slot.
  3. Slide the solid-state drive thermal bracket into the alignment post on the system board.
  4. Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive thermal bracket with the screw hole on the system board.
    NOTE: The size of the solid-state drive thermal bracket varies based on the storage type. A solid-state drive thermal bracket that is designed for an M.2 2280 drive cannot accommodate an M.2 2230 drive and vice versa.
  5. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the solid-state drive thermal bracket and the solid-state drive 2 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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