Installing The 2230 Solid-State Drive - Dell Vostro 5301 Service Manual

CAUTION: 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.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Lift the protective tape that covers the 2230 solid-state drive slot.
2. Peel the Mylar that covers the 2230 solid-state drive.
3. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive bracket to the system board.
4. Slide and remove the solid-state drive bracket off the system board.
5. Slide and remove the 2230 solid-state drive from the solid-state drive slot.

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
18 Disassembly and reassembly