User's Guide

7. Install a new M.2 solid-state drive:
a. Turn over the M.2 solid-state drive. Attach the new thermal pad to the M.2 solid-state-drive.
b. Insert the new M.2 solid-state drive to the drive slot 1 . Then, pivot the drive downward and install the
screw to secure the drive
2 .
8. Reinstall the base cover assembly.
9. Turn over the computer. Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.
10. If you install a new hybrid solid-state drive (with Intel Optane memory), enable the Intel Optane memory
by doing the following:
a. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI
BIOS menu.
b. Select Config ➙ Storage ➙ Controller mode
. Ensure that RST mode is selected.
c. Go to
https://support.lenovo.com. Download and install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology (iRST)
Console with Device Driver on your computer.
d. Run the iRST Console with Device Driver.
e. Click Intel Optane Memory and then follow the instructions on the screen to enable it.
Keyboard
Prerequisite
Before you start, read Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 73 and print the following
instructions.
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