Removing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive (Slot-3) - Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor Service Manual

About this task
The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
Steps
1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the solid-state drive connector.
2. Insert the solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the slot on the system board.
3. Replace the screw (M2x3) to secure the solid-state drive to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the side cover.
2. Follow the procedure in

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (slot-3)

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the front bezel.
4. Remove the 2.5-inch
5. Remove the 3.5-inch
6. Remove the hard-drive and optical-drive
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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