M.2 solid-state drive and heat sink

Prerequisite

Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.


Attention/Caution/Danger icon, warning users and servicers of a hot surface nearby
Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines:

  • Replace the internal storage drive only for upgrade or repair. The internal storage drive is not designed for frequent changes or replacement.

  • Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.

  • Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might get damaged.

  • Do not apply pressure to the internal storage drive.

  • Do not make the internal storage drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the internal storage drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.

For access, remove the Computer cover.

Removal steps

Remove the M.2 solid-state drive and the heat sink (if any) depending on the computer model.
  • For computers without the heat sink for the M.2 solid-state drive:
    Remove the M.2 solid-state drive

  • For computers with the heat sink for the M.2 solid-state drive, do one of the following depending on the computer model:
    • Type 1
      Remove the M.2 solid-state drive and the heat sink

    • Type 2
      Remove the M.2 solid-state drive and the heat sink

    • Type 3
      Remove the M.2 solid-state drive and the heat sink

    Note: Remove the film that covers the thermal pad (if any) when installing the M.2 solid-state drive and the heat sink.
Parent topic: CRU replacement

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