Removing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive/Intel Optane Storage From M.2 Slot One - Dell Inspiron 14 5408 Service Manual

NOTE: Install the solid-state drive mounting bracket, if it is not installed.
NOTE: If there is only one solid-state drive in the configuration you ordered, you can install another solid-state drive in the
other M.2 slot. However, you may need a solid-state drive bracket (sold separately; please contact Dell support) to install
the additional solid-state drive.
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in M.2 slot one and provides a visual
representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
1. Align the notches on the solid-state drive with the M.2 slot one on the system board.
2. Slide the solid-state drive into the M.2 slot one on the system board.
3. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in
Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane storage
from M.2 slot one
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support an M.2 2230 solid-state drive or an M.2 2280
solid-state drive in M.2 slot one.
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane storage that is installed in M.2 slot one
and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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