Steps
1. If an SSD blank is installed in the SSD slot, remove it. For more information, see Removing a 1.8 inch
uSATA SSD blank.
2. Install the SSD in the SSD carrier. For more information, see Installing a 1.8 inch uSATA SSD into a
SSD carrier.
3. Press the release button on the front of the SSD carrier, and open the SSD carrier handle.
4. Insert the SSD carrier into the SSD slot until the carrier connects with the backplane.
5. Close the SSD carrier handle to lock the SSD in place.
Next steps
1. Connect the system to the electrical outlet and connect the peripherals
2. Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
Removing a 1.8 inch uSATA SSD from a SSD carrier
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. 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.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.
3. Remove the SSD carrier from the SSD cage. For more information, see Removing a 1.8 inch uSATA
SSD carrier.
NOTE: The SSD is installed in the SSD carrier.
Steps
1. Turn the SSD carrier over.
2. Pull the rails of the SSD carrier and lift the SSD out of the SSD carrier.
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