M.2 solid-state drive

Prerequisite

Before you start, read Important safety information 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, seeInstall a Windows operating system and drivers.

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 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: NVMe0

Note:

If you only install one M.2 solid-state drive, install it in slot b.
For slot a, a translucent film might cover the thermal pad. Peel off the film before installing a M.2 solid-state drive.

Replacement procedure

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 over the computer.
Remove the base cover assembly. See Base cover assembly.
Remove the M.2 solid-state drive:
1. Remove the screw that secures the M.2 solid-state drive 1. Carefully remove the drive out of the slot 2.
2. If your M.2 solid-state drive comes with a drive cover, slide the M.2 solid-state drive out of the drive cover 3.
Install a new M.2 solid-state drive:
1. If the new M.2 solid-state drive comes with a drive cover, insert the drive into the drive cover 1.
2. 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 2 and pivot the M.2 solid-state drive downward 3.
3. Install the screw to secure the M.2 solid-state drive 4.
Reinstall the base cover assembly.
Turn over the computer. Connect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.