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This guide will show you how to access and remove the solid state drive (SSD) for your Alienware 17 R4.
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Use a PH1 screwdriver bit to remove the six M2.5x13 screws (2.4 mm) on the back of the laptop.
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Use a PH1 screwdriver bit to loosen the one M2x3 screw (1.9 mm).
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Pull the base cover up to remove it.
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If you are having trouble, insert a plastic opening tool into the divots along the laptop's edges to loosen.
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Disconnect the battery connector cable, located on the right side of the laptop, above the hard disk drive.
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Use a PH1 screwdriver bit to remove the four M2.5x5 screws (2.4 mm) on the hard disk drive.
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Gently lift the HDD cable to disconnect it from the laptop.
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Remove the one M2x3 screw (1.9 mm) using a PH1 screwdriver bit
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Slide the solid state drive towards yourself to prevent damage to the card.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Is it advised to pull the HDD before pulling the SSD or is this guide just written in a way to cover how to remove both of them?
