Installing The 2280 Solid-State Drive In Slot One And Two - Alienware m16 R1 Service Manual

Steps
1. Remove the two screws (M2x3.5) that secure the 2280 thermal shield to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Lift the 2280 thermal shield off the solid-state drive.
3. Slide and lift the 2280 solid-state drive from the solid-state drive slot.

Installing the 2280 solid-state drive in slot one and two

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies if you are installing a 2280 solid-state drive into M.2 slot one and two.
NOTE: Supported card configurations on M.2 slot one and two:
● 2230 solid-state drive
● 2280 solid-state drive
The following image(s) indicate the location of the 2280 solid-state drive in slot one and two and provides a visual representation of
the installation procedure.
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