Intel nuc, nuc6i5syk [5/9] Install an m ssd

Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYK & NUC6i5SYK User Guide

Install an M.2 SSD

Intel NUC Kits NUC6i3SYK and NUC6i5SYK support 80mm and 42mm SSDs. For a list of tested M.2 SSDs,

go to the Tested Peripherals page on the Support site.

If you are installing an 80mm M.2 SSD:

1. Remove the small silver screw from the 80mm metal standoff on the motherboard (A).

2. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.

3. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (B).

4. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (C).

If you are installing a 42mm M.2 SSD:

1. Remove the small silver screw from the metal standoff on the motherboard (A).

2. Move the standoff (B) from the 80mm position to the 42mm position (C).

3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.

4. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (D).

5. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (E).