Onboard M.2 Solid-State Drive And Its Heatsink Kit - Lenovo ThinkStation P5 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Removal steps
Remove the PCI-Express bracket.

Onboard M.2 solid-state drive and its heatsink kit

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.
The heat sink of M.2 solid-state drive might be very hot. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the
computer and wait several minutes until the component is cool.
Attention:
• To replace the Intel Optane memory, go to
• Do not attempt to replace the Intel Optane memory in the M.2 solid-state drive slot. Replacement of the
Intel Optane memory must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or technician.
• The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of
data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines:
– Replace the internal storage drive only for repair. The internal storage drive is not designed for frequent
changes or replacement.
– Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.
– Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might
get damaged.
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