Removing The M.2 2280 Solid-State Drive - Dell P117F003 Service Manual

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1. Install the base cover.
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Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
NOTE: Ensure that your computer is in Service Mode. For more information see, step 6 in
computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with an M.2 2280 solid-state drive installed.
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
A mounting bracket for the M.2 2230 solid-state drive is required. The mounting bracket is provided if the M.2 2230
solid-state drive is shipped with the computer.
If you are replacing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive with a new M.2 2230 solid-state drive, use the existing mounting
bracket to install the latter.
● M.2 2280 solid-state drive
If you are replacing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (shipped with the computer) with an M.2 2230 solid-state drive, a
mounting bracket for the M.2 2230 solid-state drive is required. Please contact Dell support to purchase the mounting
bracket for the M.2 2230 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.
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