Prerequisite
Before you start, read Important safety information and print the following instructions.
If you replace a M.2 solid-state drive, you might need to install a new operating system. For details on how to install a new operating system, see Install Windows 10 and drivers.
If your computer is installed with a hybrid solid-state drive (with Intel Optane memory), go to https://support.lenovo.com/docs/tg_ssd to know the details on how to replace it.
The M.2 solid-state drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data.
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.
Replacement procedure for the long M.2 solid-state drive
Disable the built-in battery. See Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery.
Turn off the computer and disconnect the computer from ac power and all connected cables.
Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
Remove the base cover assembly. See Base cover assembly.
- Remove the screw that secures the M.2 solid-state drive 1. Then remove the drive out of the slot 2.
- Install a new M.2 solid-state drive by doing the following:
Align the contact edge of the new M.2 solid-state drive with the key in the slot. Then, carefully insert the drive into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees 1.
Pivot the M.2 solid-state drive downward 2.
Install the screw to secure the M.2 solid-state drive 3.
Reinstall the base cover assembly.
Turn the computer over. Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.
Replacement procedure for the short M.2 solid-state drive
Disable the built-in battery. See Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery.
Turn off the computer and disconnect the computer from ac power and all connected cables.
Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
Remove the base cover assembly. See Base cover assembly.
- Remove the screws that secure the M.2 solid-state drive bracket 1, and remove the bracket 2. Then, remove the drive out of the slot 3.
- Install a new M.2 solid-state drive by doing the following:
Align the contact edge of the new M.2 solid-state drive with the key in the slot. Then, carefully insert the drive into the slot 1.
Put the bracket in place 2. Then, install the screws to secure the bracket 3.
Reinstall the base cover assembly.
Turn the computer over. Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.