Introduction

If your computer has become very slow, crashed frequently, or you simply do not have enough RAM to run a program, this guide will show you how to access and replace RAM sticks.

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    • Loosen the two 3mm Phillips #0 screws securing the hard drive panel. The panel will retain the screws, so do not remove them completely.

    • Remove the panel from the laptop (the hard drive does not need to be removed).

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    • Loosen the three 3mm Phillips #0 screws that secure the center panel. The screws are retained by the cover, so do not remove them completely.

    • Remove the panel by pulling out to the right.

    • The two RAM sticks are stacked, one on top of the other.

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    • Each RAM stick has two (2) snap locks, one on each end. In the image the bottom snap is obscured by the cable.

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    • Move the retaining clips out of their locking position, allowing the RAM stick to pop up.

    • Lift the free end of the RAM stick until the stick can be freely removed from its slot.

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    • The RAM stick has a notch that is not centered on the stick. Be sure to take note of the RAM stick's orientation for reinstallation

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    • Repeat for the second RAM stick.

Conclusion

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

Carter Willson

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Nice article, Carter.

Parenthetically, we hoped to find the maximum RAM capacity, as well,

but that is not directly related to the process you illustrate.

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