Dell XPS 16 (9640) How-To Install & Replace Your M.2 NVMe SSD

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In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the M.2 NVMe SSD on your XPS 16 (9640) laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your XPS 16 (9640) M.2 NVMe SSD.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x Phillips #0 screwdriver
  • 1 x T5 Torx screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
XPS 16 9640 M2 NVMe SSD

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XPS 16 9640 M2 NVMe SSD

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Installation and Removal Instructions
XPS 16 (9640) M.2 NVMe SSD

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Step 1

CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.

Step 2

  • CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.
CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the build up of static electricity on a person's body. This can cause serious damage to your laptop. You can use an ESD wrist strap or an ESD mat to help prevent this.
TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 & T5 Torx Screwdrivers and a

Step 3

TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 & T5 Torx Screwdrivers and a Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x M2 x 3mm).Pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 & T5 Torx Screwdrivers and a
Disconnect the battery cable.

Step 4

  • Disconnect the battery cable.
Disconnect the battery cable.Disconnect the battery cable.
Unscrew and remove the thermal bracket to expose the SSD (2 x M2 x 3mm).

Step 5

  • Unscrew and remove the thermal bracket to expose the SSD (2 x M2 x 3mm).
  • Slide out the M.2 NVMe SSD.
  • ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.
Unscrew and remove the thermal bracket to expose the SSD (2 x M2 x 3mm).Slide out the M.2 NVMe SSD.***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.Unscrew and remove the thermal bracket to expose the SSD (2 x M2 x 3mm).

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