With the midframe removed, the M.2 SSD is now accessible

Remove a torx screw holding the M.2 holding the SSD to the motherboard

Pull the SSD straight back

Do not pull the SSD upward or risk damaging the M.2 socket

The M.2 socket is compatible with most SATA III, PCIe ACHI, and PCIe NVMe in the M.2 2280 form factor