Removing The M.2 2280 Pcie Solid-State Drive - Dell OptiPlex 5080 Small Form Factor Service Manual

Steps
1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the solid-state drive slot.
2. Insert the solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the system board.
3. Replace the screw (M2X3) that secures the M.2 PCIe solid-state drive to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the 2.5 in. hard drive assembly.
2. Install the front bezel.
3. Install the side cover.
4. Follow the procedure in after working inside your computer.

Removing the M.2 2280 PCIe solid-state drive

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the front bezel.
4. Remove the 2.5 in. hard drive assembly.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the solid-state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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