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Help can't install SSD (lemmy.world)
submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by mx_smith@lemmy.world to c/framework@lemmy.ml
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I just got my Framework 16 DIY version and I can’t install the primary SSD because there is a captive screw in the place that holds the SSD down and I can’t remove it so the SSD doesn’t stay held down. There is a screw for the secondary SSD and it comes out. Any ideas?

Update: I got it out, anyone else with this issue, try and pull the screw out it’s very small on the threads so it just pulls out and pushes back in when the drive is seated.

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[-] ichbinjasokreativ@lemmy.world 3 points 6 months ago

If you don't want to rma it, it might be best to just install the ssd in the secondary slot and deal tith the screw if you ever need a second ssd. If you know someone who likes to tinker with electronics, ask them to help you remove it

[-] mx_smith@lemmy.world 1 points 6 months ago

I Can’t the secondary slot is smaller and made for a square size SSD.

[-] ichbinjasokreativ@lemmy.world 2 points 6 months ago

If you have a flathead screwdriver that fits into the screw head, you could try using that one while gently pressing down

[-] mx_smith@lemmy.world 1 points 6 months ago

I got it out by pulling it really hard, it looks like it may have been cross threaded, once I got it out and the SSD inserted it just snapped back in. It holds so I’m good. Thanks for all the suggestions.

[-] ichbinjasokreativ@lemmy.world 1 points 6 months ago

Glad to hear! out of curiosity, is there anything else bothering you about it?

[-] mx_smith@lemmy.world 2 points 6 months ago

As for the hardware no problems at all. I installed Ubuntu on one drive with no problem but Windows is a bitch to install.

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