Replacing The M.2 Solid-State Drive - ThinkPad P50 User Manual

Replacing the M.2 solid-state drive

Before you start, print these instructions. Read the important safety information first. See "Important safety
information" on page v.
Attention: The internal storage device, such as hard disk drive or M.2 solid-state drive, is very sensitive.
Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data. Observe the following guidelines:
• Replace the internal storage device only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and slot of
the storage device are not designed for frequent changes or replacement.
• Do not drop the storage device or subject it to physical shocks. Put the storage device on a material, such
as soft cloth, that absorbs any physical shocks.
• Do not apply pressure to the cover of the storage device.
• Do not touch the connector.
• Before removing the storage device, make a backup copy of all the information on it, and then turn off the
computer.
• Never remove the storage device while the computer is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.
Your computer has two M.2 solid-state drive slots.
• If you install only one M.2 solid-state drive, install it into the slot
• If you install two M.2 solid-state drives, ensure that you select the correct M.2 solid-state drive when you
configure the system settings in ThinkPad Setup.
Slot Slot label on computer
a
Slot 0
b
Slot 1
To replace the M.2 solid-state drive, do the following:
1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait
three to five minutes to let the computer cool.
2. Close the computer display and turn the computer over. Then remove the removable battery. See
"Replacing the removable battery " on page 113.
3. Remove the bottom cover. See "Replacing the bottom cover" on page 116.
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Corresponding menu selection in ThinkPad Setup
ATA HDD2 or NVMe0
ATA HDD3 or NVMe1
a .