XPS 8960 Service Manual

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Installing the 2230 solid-state drive

Prerequisites

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

About this task

NOTE:You may install up to two M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drives into the two M.2 solid-state drive slots on the system board.

The following image(s) indicate the location of the 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive

Steps

  1. Align the notch on the 2230 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot on the system board.
  2. Slide the 2230 solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
  3. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.
  4. Place the computer in an upright position.

Next steps

  1. Install the left-side cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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