Before working inside your computer........................4 Safety precautions............................... 5 Electrostatic discharge—ESD protection......................... 5 ESD field service kit ..............................6 Transporting sensitive components........................... 7 After working inside your computer...........................7 2 Solid State Drive—SSD..........................8 Installing the solid state drive............................8 3 Getting help..............................21 Contacting Dell..................................21 Contents...
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Due to the increased density of semiconductors used in recent Dell products, the sensitivity to static damage is now higher than in previous Dell products. For this reason, some previously approved methods of handling parts are no longer applicable.
It is recommended that all field service technicians use the traditional wired ESD grounding wrist strap and protective anti-static mat at all times when servicing Dell products. In addition, it is critical that technicians keep sensitive parts separate from all insulator parts while performing service and that they use anti-static bags for transporting sensitive components.
Transporting sensitive components When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in anti-static bags for safe transport. Lifting equipment Adhere to the following guidelines when lifting heavy weight equipment: CAUTION: Do not lift greater than 50 pounds.
Solid State Drive—SSD Installing the solid state drive Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the SD card: Press the SD card in to release it from the system. b Remove the SD card out of the system. Remove the battery cover: Slide the battery cover release latch towards the unlock icon to release the battery cover [1].
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Remove the base cover: NOTE: Base cover removal is required only if the M.2 SSD module in slot 3,5, or 6 are accessed. Remove the 2 (M2.5X5.0) screws that secure the base cover to the system [1]. b Slide the rubber feet towards the rear end to disengage the base cover and lift the base cover away from the system [2]. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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Remove the 6-cell battery: Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the [1]. b Remove the 3 (M2.5x3.0) screws that secure the battery to the system [2]. Remove the battery away from the system [3]. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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Remove the 4-cell battery: Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the [1]. b Remove the 2 (M2.5x3.0) screws that secure the battery to the system [2]. Remove the battery away from the system [3]. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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To install the M.2 SSD module (Slot 4): Place the M.2 SSD into the slot in the SSD holder [1]. b Fasten the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the M.2 SSD to the SSD holder [2]. Place the thermal plate above the M.2 SSD assembly [3]. d Fasten the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the thermal plate to the M.2 SSD assembly [4].
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To install the M.2 SSD module (Slot 3, 5 or 6): Place the M.2 SSD into its slot in the system [1]. b Fasten the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the M.2 SSD to the system board [2]. Place the thermal plate above the M.2 SSD module [3]. d Fasten the single (M2.0x3.0) screw to secure the thermal plate to the M.2 SSD [4].
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Install the 4-cell battery: Place the battery onto its slot in the system [1, 2]. b Replace the 2 (M2.5x3.0) screws to secure the battery to the system [3]. Connect the battery cable to the connector in the battery [4]. Install the 6-cell battery: Place the battery onto its slot in the system [1].
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Install the battery cover: Slide the battery cover into its slot until it clicks into place [1]. b The release latch automatically springs back to the lock position [2]. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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Install the base cover: Slide the base cover and align the screw holes on the system [1]. b Replace the 2 (M2.5X5.0) screws to secure the base cover to the system [2]. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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Install the SD card: Slide the SD card into its slot until it clicks into place. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Solid State Drive—SSD...
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