M.2 solid-state drive and the bracket

Prerequisite

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

Attention:

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 a Windows operating system and drivers.

If your computer is installed with the color profiles, you need to reinstall the color profiles after installing a new operating system, see Use the factory color calibration feature (for selected models).

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 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 comes with two M.2-solid-state-drive slots in total. Slot a is under the bottom cover, and slot b is under the keyboard. When you configure the M.2-solid-state-drive slot in the UEFI BIOS menu, ensure that you select the correct menu item.

Slot a: NVMe1
Slot b: NVMe2

M.2 solid-state drive with the bracket under the bottom cover

For access, do the following:

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 bottom cover. See Bottom cover.

Removal procedure

M.2 solid-state drive under the keyboard

For access, do the following:

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 bottom cover. See Bottom cover.
Remove the keyboard. See Keyboard.
Remove the service bracket. See Service bracket.