Installing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive - Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7430 Owner's Manual

NOTE: The M.2 solid-state drive installed on your computer depends on the configuration ordered. The M.2 slot supports
one of the following solid-state drives:
● M.2 2230 solid-state drive
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the
removal procedure.
Steps
1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 thermal shield to the system board.
2. Slide and lift the M.2 thermal shield off the M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
3. Lift at an angle and remove the M.2 2280 solid-state drive from the M.2 solid-state drive slot on the system board.

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

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 an M.2 2280 solid-state drive.
NOTE: The M.2 slot supports the installation of one of the following solid-state drives:
● M.2 2230 solid-state drive
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
The following image(s) indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and provides a visual representation of the
installation procedure.
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