Introduction

This guide will teach you how to remove your RAM modules. Upgrading RAM is a common practice among users. One thing to note is that if you want to only remove the lower RAM module, you have to remove the top one first.

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    • Turn the laptop over so that the underside is facing towards you.

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    • Slide the short slider one towards the unlocked lock symbol.

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    • Slide the long slider towards the unlocked lock icon.

    • This slider is spring loaded and may require a little force.

    • If done correctly, a click will be heard and the battery will be slightly raised.

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    • Grasp the battery's raised end and lift upwards.

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    • Use the phillips head screwdriver to remove the five screws holding the back plate.

    • The screws are counter-clockwise threaded.

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    • Place fingers under back plate via the indentation and lift upwards to remove.

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    • Push the upper RAM module's two pins outwards at the same time.

    • If done correctly, the module should have lifted.

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    • Grab onto the module and pull away in a straight direction.

    • Do not touch the gold connectors.

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    • Push the lower RAM module's two pins outwards at the same time.

    • If done correctly, the module should have lifted.

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    • Like removing the upper module, grab the module and pull away in a straight direction.

    • Do not touch the gold connectors.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Chris mello

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