Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 RAM Replacement

Written By: Jacob Miller
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 RAM Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

6

Time Required

10 - 25 minutes

Introduction

The Zephyrus G14 has two RAM slots. The first slot of Ram is soldered to the board. The second slot of Ram is accessible by taking off the backplate of the laptop. It is necessary to have these two slots of Ram filled can take advantage of Dual-Channel Memory. Dual-Channel Memory allows the Ram to function at its full potential in gaming and productivity applications. To take advantage of Dual-Channel Memory, ensure that the replacement stick is the same size and speed as the soldered stick.

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    • Make sure to power off your laptop and unplug all accessories when disassembling to avoid damage.

    • Place the laptop so the backplate faces up.

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    • Remove the screws on the back. Unscrew them with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • Remove the three (2x4.5mm) screws from the front of the laptop.

    • Remove the ten (2x9mm) screws from the middle and back of the laptop.

    • Unscrew the (2x6mm) captive screw in the bottom right without removing it.

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    • Turn the computer around and pull up on the back panel to remove it.

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    • Rotate the laptop around so the battery is facing towards you.

    • After you have located the RAM slot on the motherboard, disconnect the battery on the laptop to prevent any electrical shorts that may happen if you accidentally touch any of the components on the motherboard.

    • Pull back on the black plastic that covers the RAM slot.

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    • If there is a RAM stick currently in the laptop, pull the tabs on the left and right to allow the RAM to pop up.

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    • Align and insert the RAM into the slot and push it down.

    • Once the RAM clicks into place, check to make sure that the RAM is locked in place.

    • After you have installed your new RAM stick, plug the battery back into the motherboard before putting the back panel on the laptop.

    I have a 2021 GA401 G14 from Best Buy. My screws are a #1 Phillips, not a #0 as author states.

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    1. 2020-2021 Models (like GA401):

    These G14 models (such as the GA401 series) have one slot for upgradeable RAM in addition to the soldered 8GB (or 16GB) RAM. This means you can add or upgrade the RAM in these versions, but one of the RAM modules will still be soldered.

    2. 2022-2023 Models (like GA503):

    In later models, like the GA503 series, ASUS switched back to soldering all RAM. This means that the RAM is non-upgradable and cannot be replaced or expanded.

    3. 2024 Models (like GA403):

    For the GA403 series (which includes your G14.R94060 model), the RAM is entirely soldered to the motherboard. There is no slot for expansion or replacement.

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Conclusion

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

Author

Jacob Miller

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One comment

Something that might be helpful for this guide is including the RAM specifications needed for an upgrade if people are looking for information on what to buy.

Otherwise, great guide!

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