Removing The 2280 Solid-State Drive From M.2 Slot One - Dell Vostro 5515 DVC9Y Service Manual

1. Align the notch on the 2230 solid-state drive with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
2. Slide the 2230 solid-state drive firmly into the solid-state drive slot at an angle.
3. Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive with the screw hole on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
1. Install the base cover.
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Removing the 2280 solid-state drive from M.2 slot one

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NOTE: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
NOTE: To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is in sleep or on state.
2. Remove the base cover.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support a 2280 solid-state drive, or a 2230 solid-state
drive in M.2 slot one.
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
The following image indicates the location of the 2280 solid-state drive that is installed in M.2 slot one and provides a visual
representation of the removal procedure.
After working inside your
Before working inside your
computer.
computer.
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