Installing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive - Dell Vostro 3405 Service Manual

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies if you are installing a M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
NOTE: The M.2 card installed on your computer will depend on the configuration ordered. Supported card configurations on
the M.2 card slot:
● M.2 2230 solid-state drive + 2230 mounting bracket
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the
installation procedure.
Steps
1. Align the notch on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the M.2 card slot on the system board.
2. Slide the M.2 2280 solid-state drive into the M.2 card slot on the system board.
3. Place the M.2 thermal shield on the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
4. Align the screw holes on the M.2 thermal shield with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
5. Replace the single (M2x2.2) screw and tighten the single captive screw that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the palm-rest
and keyboard assembly.
Next steps
1. Reconnect the battery.
2. Install the base cover.
3. Install the SD card.
26 Disassembly and reassembly