Table of Contents
Advertisement
Step 5.
To install the new optical drive, connect it to the USB connector.
Step 6.
Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables.
Replacing the M.2 storage drive
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
To replace the M.2 storage drive:
Step 1.
Remove any media from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and
all attached devices.
Step 2.
Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
Step 3.
Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O)
cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to Chapter 7 "Locating
connectors, controls and components" on page 21 to locate the various connectors.
Step 4.
Remove the right computer cover. Refer to "Removing the right computer cover" on page 31.
Step 5.
Remove the M.2 storage drive heat-sink as the following figure shown.
.
Chapter 10
Replacing hardware
39
Advertisement
Table of Contents
