Removing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive; Installing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive - Dell Inspiron 14 7430 2-in-1 Owner's Manual

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

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.
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 + M.2 2230 solid-state drive mounting bracket
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image indicates the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Slide and lift the M.2 2280 solid-state drive off the system board.

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
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:
Before working inside your computer.
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