Dell E56S Series Installation And Service Manual page 102

Steps
1. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the M.2 SSD module to the BOSS card.
2. Pull the M.2 SSD module from the BOSS card connector.
Figure 91. Removing the M.2 SSD module
Next steps
Replace the M.2 SSD module.
Installing the M.2 SSD module
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2. Power off the system and all attached peripherals.
3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals.
4. Ensure that all internal cables are routed correctly and connected, and no tools or extra parts are left inside the system.
5. Open the drive bays, remove
6. Remove the power supply
7. Remove the system from the rack and place it on an ESD work bench. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at
www.dell.com/xcseriesmanuals.
8. Remove the system cover.
9. Remove the air shroud.
10. Remove the BOSS card.
NOTE: The procedure to remove the BOSS card is similar to the removing an expansion card.
Steps
1. Insert the M.2 SSD module at an angle into the BOSS card connector.
2. Push the other end of the M.2 SSD module until it rests on the stand off on the BOSS card.
3. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, secure the M.2 SSD module on the BOSS card with the screw.
102 Installing and removing system components
Safety Instructions.
all drives, and then close the drive
units.
bays.