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Upgrading the SSD

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  1. Upgrading the SSD, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 Upgrading the SSD, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 Upgrading the SSD, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Open the latch on the right side that secures the battery in place.

    • Open the latch on the left side that secures the battery in place.

    • Now remove the battery.

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  2. Upgrading the SSD, Main access cover: step 2, image 1 of 3 Upgrading the SSD, Main access cover: step 2, image 2 of 3 Upgrading the SSD, Main access cover: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Using a Philips-head screwdriver remove highlighted screws.

    • Look at the marking to see how to remove the access cover.

    • Remove the access cover as shown by the marker.

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  4. Upgrading the SSD: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • You now have access to all components of this laptop.

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  5. Upgrading the SSD, PCIe SSD: step 4, image 1 of 3 Upgrading the SSD, PCIe SSD: step 4, image 2 of 3 Upgrading the SSD, PCIe SSD: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • This is where you'll find the PCIe SSD.

    • Remove the fastening screw with the Philips-head screwdriver.

    • Remove the PCIe SSD.

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  6. Upgrading the SSD: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • This is what the PCIe SSD looks like.

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Conclusion

To put the device back together, follow the steps in reverse order.

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