Dell XPS 7590 SSD Replacement

Flip your device the other way around

Don't be confused that this device is black, its a skin

Grab your T5 Torx and identify the 10 torx screws

Make sure that this is a T5, to not strip the screws. They can be very difficult to remove

Careful there are more screws, do not try to open yet!

Open the flap on the back of the laptop

There are two screws that need to be removed, please use a Philips 0 screwdriver

The backplate might not be easy to open

You can use a soft prytool to open the laptop easier

Don't insert the tool too deep or you might break the mainboard

Now, you should be able to remove the backplate

Locate the battery connection to the mainboard

Unplug the battery before doing anything else

You can use a pry tool to make this easier

Locate the SDD on the mainboard

Use a Philips 0 to remove the screw of the SDD

Slide the SSD out of its socket.

Try not to lift the SSD any more than necessary

During reassembly, make sure the slot in the SSD lines up with the slot in its socket. Do not touch the gold-colored contacts with your fingers.

Reconnect the battery and reassemble