How to Reseat NVMe SSD drive in a Windows 10 Eos Expansion Processor
Explanation
This article will walk you through how to replace or reseat the NVMe solid state drive (SSD) in your Eos Expansion Processor.
Procedure
Open the Console
- Power down your console and fully disconnect the IEC power cable from the back.
- Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, remove the 18 screws from the four edges of the lid depicted below.
- The top tray can now be lifted off of the Eos Expansion Processor
Replace or Reseat the Drive
- Locate the black Apacer NVMe SSD on the main carrier board of your console.
- Remove the single screw holding he NVMe in place, circled in red.
- The NVMe SSD should pop up to about a 30 degree angle. Pull the drive out.
If reseating the drive, reinsert the drive at the same angle.
If replacing the drive, insert the new drive at the same angle.
- Replace the screw at the bottom to push the NVMe SSD down. Make sure to fully tighten the screw to ensure a good connection between the drove and motherboard.
- Close the console and replace all screws.
Reimage the Console
If you have replaced the drive with a new one, follow the reimage instructions for your console to reinstall the operating system and software.