Hard Disk Drive (For E490/R490) - Lenovo ThinkPad E490 User Manual

6. Install a new M.2 solid-state drive by doing the following:
a. Align the contact edge of the new M.2 solid-state drive with the key in the slot. Then carefully insert
the drive into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees
downward 2 .
b. Install the screw to secure the M.2 solid-state drive
7. Reinstall the base cover assembly.
8. Turn the computer over. Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.

Hard disk drive (for E490/R490)

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Appendix A "Important safety information" on page 73 and print the following
instructions.
Attention: 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 upgrade or 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.
• Do not apply pressure to the internal storage drive.
• Do not make the internal storage drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the internal storage
drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
Replacement procedure
1. Disable the built-in battery. See "Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery" on page 40.
2. Turn off the computer and disconnect the computer from ac power and all connected cables.
3. Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
4. Remove the base cover assembly. See "Base cover assembly (for E490/R490)" on page 42.
1 and pivot the M.2 solid-state drive
3 .
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