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M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket, About this task

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About this task NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a M.2 2230 solid-state drive installed. NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered your computer may have up to two M.2 cards installed. Supported card configurations per M.2 card slot: • M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket • M.2 2280 solid-state drive The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the mounting bracket. 2. Remove the M.2 2230 thermal shield from the M.2 2230 solid-state drive. 3. Lift and remove the M.2 2230 solid-state drive from the M.2 card slot on the system board. 4. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2230 mounting bracket to the palm-rest assembly. 5. Remove the M.2 2230 mounting bracket from the palm-rest assembly. 14

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About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a M.2 2230 solid-state drive installed.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered your computer may have up to two M.2 cards installed. Supported card
configurations per M.2 card slot:
•
M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
•
M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1.
Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the mounting bracket.
2.
Remove the M.2 2230 thermal shield from the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
3.
Lift and remove the M.2 2230 solid-state drive from the M.2 card slot on the system board.
4.
Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2230 mounting bracket to the palm-rest assembly.
5.
Remove the M.2 2230 mounting bracket from the palm-rest assembly.
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