M.2 Solid-State Drive - Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 User Manual

M.2 solid-state drive

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Appendix A "Important safety information" on page 61 and print the following
instructions.
Attention: If you replace a M.2 solid-state drive, you might need to install a new operating system. For
details on how to install a new operating system, see "Install Windows 10 and drivers" on page 42.
The M.2 solid-state drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of
data.
When handling the M.2 solid-state drive, observe the following guidelines:
• Replace the M.2 solid-state drive only for upgrade or repair. The M.2 solid-state drive is not designed for
frequent changes or replacement.
• Before replacing the M.2 solid-state drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.
• Do not apply pressure to the M.2 solid-state drive.
• Do not touch the contact edge or circuit board of the M.2 solid-state drive. Otherwise the M.2 solid-state
drive might get damaged.
• Do not make the M.2 solid-state drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the M.2 solid-state drive
on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
Your computer has two M.2-solid-state-drive slots. When you configure the M.2-solid-state-drive slot in the
UEFI BIOS menu, ensure that you select the correct menu item.
• Slot a : ATA HDD1 or NVMe1
b
• Slot : ATA HDD0 or NVMe0
Replacement procedure
1. Disable the built-in battery. See "Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery" on page 45.
2. Turn off the computer and disconnect the computer from ac power and all connected cables.
3. Close the computer display and turn over the computer.
4. Remove the base cover assembly. See "Base cover assembly" on page 46.
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