Replacing The M.2 Solid-State Drive - Lenovo 20Y5002WIX User Manual

7. Reinstall the bottom cover.
8. Turn the computer over. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer.

Replacing the M.2 solid-state drive

Before you start, read Appendix B "Important safety information" on page 103 and print the following
instructions.
Attention: The M.2 solid-state drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and
permanent loss of data.
When handling the M.2 solid-state drive, observe the following guidelines:
• Replace the M.2 solid-state drive only for upgrade or repair. The M.2 solid-state drive is not designed for
frequent changes or replacement.
• Before replacing the M.2 solid-state drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.
• Do not apply pressure to the M.2 solid-state drive.
• Do not touch the contact edge or circuit board of the M.2 solid-state drive. Otherwise the M.2 solid-state
drive might get damaged.
• Do not make the M.2 solid-state drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the M.2 solid-state drive
on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
Your computer has two M.2-solid-state-drive slots. When you set the M.2-solid-state-drive slot in the
ThinkPad Setup program, ensure that you select the correct menu item.
• The menu item for slot
• The menu item for slot
To replace the M.2 solid-state drive:
1. Disable the built-in battery. See "Disabling the built-in battery" on page 88.
2. Ensure that the computer is turned off and disconnected from ac power and all cables.
3. Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
4. Remove the bottom cover. See "Replacing the bottom cover" on page 88.
a is ATA HDD1 or NVMe1.
b is ATA HDD0 or NVMe0.
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