Dell Precision 7730 Service Manual

Installing the M.2 SSD module

1. To install the M.2 SSD module (Slot 4):
   1. Place the M.2 SSD into the slot in the SSD holder [1].
   2. Replace the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the M.2 SSD to the SSD holder [2].
   3. Place the thermal plate above the M.2 SSD assembly [3].
   4. Replace the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the thermal plate to the M.2 SSD assembly [4].
      
   5. Align the M.2 SSD assembly into its slot in the system [1].
   6. Slide the release latch to lock the M.2 SSD assembly into its slot [2].
   7. Replace the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the M.2 SSD assembly to the system [3].
      
2. To install the M.2 SSD module (Slot 3, 5 or 6):
   1. Place the M.2 SSD into its slot in the system [1].
   2. Replace the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the M.2 SSD to the system board [2].
   3. Place the thermal plate above the M.2 SSD module [3].
   4. Replace the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the thermal plate to the M.2 SSD [4].
      
      
      
3. Install the:
   1. base cover
      NOTE Installing of base cover is required only if the M.2 SSD module in slot 3, 5 or 6 are accessed.
   2. battery
   3. battery cover
   4. SD card
4. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.