Dell Alienware 15 R2 Solid-State Drives Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

In this guide, we will be showing you how to remove and replace the Solid-State Drives.

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1. Step 1 Remove the Screw
  WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Before Working Inside Your Computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After Working Inside Your Computer.
  
  CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
  
  CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is in sleep or on state.
  
  Remove the screw that secures the solid-state drive to the computer base.
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2. Step 2 Removing the Solid-State Drive
  Slide and remove the solid-state drive from the solid-state drive slot.
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4. Step 3 Sliding the Solid-State Drive
  Slide the NEW solid-state drive into the solid-state drive slot.
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5. Step 4 Align the Screw Hole
  Align the screw hole on the solid-state drive with the screw hole on the computer base.
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6. Step 5 Replace the Screw
  Replace the screw that secures the solid-state drive to the computer base.
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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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