Service Manual

Removing the solid-state drive

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow

the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After

working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at

www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

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

CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is in sleep or on state.

Prerequisites

Remove the base cover.

Procedure

1. Peel and remove the thermal pad from the solid-state drive.

2. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive to the system board.

3. Lift the solid-state drive at an angle, then slide and remove the solid-state drive from the solid-state drive slot.

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