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About this task
NOTE:
This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in M.2 slot one.
NOTE:
Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may be shipped with one of the following:
● One hard drive and one 2230 or 2280 solid-state drive
● One 2230 solid-state drive and one 2280 solid-state drive
NOTE:
Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either 2230 solid-state drive or 2280 solid-
state drive in M.2 slot one.
The following image indicates the location of the 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane that is installed in M.2 slot one and
provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
1. Align the notches on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane with the SSD2 slot on the system board.
2. Slide the solid-state drive/Intel Optane into the SSD2 slot on the system board.
3. Place the solid-state drive bracket on the solid-state drive/Intel Optane .
4. Align the screw holes on the thermal shield with the screw holes on the system board and the palm-rest and keyboard
assembly.
5. Replace the two screws (M2x3) that secure the solid-state drive/Intel Optane to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the
base
cover.
2. Follow the procedure in
Solid-state drive—M.2 slot two
Removing the 2280 solid-state drive in M.2 slot two
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
24
Removing and installing components
After working inside your
Before working inside your
computer.
computer.
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