Asus ROG STRIX Z690-A GAMING WIFI Manual page 46

For 2242 and 2260 length
A. Remove the pre-installed M.2 Q-latch at the 2280 length screw hole by
rotating the handle counterclockwise then pushing it towards the M.2 slot
and removing it from the latch hole.
B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad.
C. Remove the plastic film and thermal pad of the M.2 length screw hole you
wish to install your M.2 to, then install the M.2 Q-latch.
D. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the
M.2 slot.
E. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot.
F. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place.
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Chapter 2: Basic Installation