Introduction
You have problems with your RAM? Not detected properly or would like to upgrade to higher capacity RAM? Then this guide is for you!
Tools
Parts
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Flip your device the other way around
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Don't be confused that this device is black, its a skin
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Grab your T5 Torx and identify the 10 torx screws
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Make sure that this is a T5, to not strip the screws. They can be very difficult to remove
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Careful there are more screws, do not try to open yet!
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Open the flap on the back of the laptop
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There are two screws that need to be removed, please use a Philips 0 screwdriver
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The backplate might not be easy to open
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You can use a soft prytool to open the laptop easier
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Don't insert the tool too deep or you might break the mainboard
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Now, you should be able to remove the backplate
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Locate the battery connection to the mainboard
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Unplug the battery before doing anything else
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You can use a pry tool to make this easier
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Locate the RAM on the mainboard
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Gently push down on the 2 outside tabs of the RAM stick you want to replace
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While still pushing down, gently push the tabs outwards, causing the RAM stick to flip up
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Firmly grasp the RAM stick from the flipped up edge and gently pull out, releasing the RAM stick
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Insert the new RAM sticks into the socket or reseat the one that is already there if the ram is not detecting properly
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Make sure to align the RAM properly in the slot before pressing down
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Then press down to have the RAM to seat in correctly
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.