Removing The 2230 Solid-State Drive From The M.2 Slot Two - Dell Alienware m17 R3 Service Manual

Removing the 2230 solid-state drive from the M.2 slot two

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2230 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot two.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either 2230 solid-state drive or 2280 solid-
state drive in M.2 slot two.
The following image indicates the location of the 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in M.2 slot two and provides a visual
representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive thermal shield to the M.2 2230 mounting bracket.
NOTE: A thermal shield is only present if the capacity of the solid-state drive is 512 GB or higher.
2. Remove the solid-state drive thermal shield from the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
Before working inside your computer.
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