Introduction
The mSATA SSD is used as a cache for the HDD to substantially speed up disk operations and reduce boot time.
What you need
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Flip the device over and remove the ten 5.7 mm screws with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Use a spudger or your fingers to go around and lift the edges and release the back panel.
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Using a spudger, lift up the plug connecting the battery to the motherboard.
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Disconnect the I/O Board ribbon cable from the motherboard.
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Flip up the retaining latch with a spudger.
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Grasp the ribbon cable by the blue tab and pull it straight out from the connector.
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Disconnect the I/O Board ribbon cable from the I/O board.
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Flip up the latch with a spudger.
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Grasp the ribbon cable by the blue tab and pull it straight out from the connector.
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Remove the ribbon cable to expose the SSD device.
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Grasp the SSD by the sides and slide it out of the connector.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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