M.2 solid-state drive

Prerequisite

Before you start, read Important safety information 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.

Replacement procedure for the long M.2 solid-state drive

If you are going to replace a hybrid solid-state drive (with Intel Optane memory), disable the Intel Optane memory by doing the following:
1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1.
  Note: If a supervisor password has been set, enter the correct password when prompted. You also can press Enter to skip the password prompt and enter the BIOS menu. However, you cannot change the system configurations that are protected by the supervisor password.
2. Select Config > Storage > Intel (R) Rapid Storage Technology > Intel Optane > Disable.
3. Select to preserve user data and select Yes to confirm your operation.
4. Select Disable and wait for the process to complete.
  Note: It might take a couple of minutes or even hours to complete the disabling process. Do not restart the computer until the process is completed.
5. Press F10 to save changes and exit.
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. Then, close the computer display.
Remove the base cover assembly. See Base cover assembly (for T490 and P43s only) or Base cover assembly (for T590 and P53s only).
Remove the M.2 solid-state drive by doing the following:
Note: A Mylar film might cover the M.2 solid-state drive. To access the M.2 solid-state drive, open the film first.
1. Remove the screw that secures the M.2 solid-state drive 1. The M.2 solid-state drive is released from the secured position and pivots upward.
2. Carefully remove the drive out of the slot 2.
Install a new M.2 solid-state drive by doing the following:
Note: A Mylar film might cover the M.2 solid-state drive. To access the M.2 solid-state drive, open the film first.
1. 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 and pivot the M.2 solid-state drive downward 2.
2. Install the screw to secure the M.2 solid-state drive 3.
Reinstall the base cover assembly.
Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.

Replacement procedure for the short M.2 solid-state drive

Note: A Mylar film might cover the M.2 solid-state drive. To access the M.2 solid-state drive, open the film first.

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. Then, close the computer display
Remove the base cover assembly. See Base cover assembly (for T490 and P43s only) or Base cover assembly (for T590 and P53s only).
Remove the screw that secures the M.2 solid-state drive bracket 1 and remove the M.2 solid-state drive bracket 2. Then, remove the M.2 solid-state drive out of the drive slot 3.
Install the new M.2 solid-state drive on the bracket 1 and insert the new M.2 solid-state drive with the bracket to the drive slot 2. Then, install the screw to secure the bracket 3.
Reinstall the base cover assembly.
Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.