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Acer Aspire 5100 RAM Replacement

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Introduction

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Replace the RAM in your Acer Aspire 5100.

What you need

  1. Acer Aspire 5100 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four screws securing the RAM/thermal module cover.

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  2. Acer Aspire 5100 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Lift and remove the thermal module cover away from the Aspire 5100.

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  4. Acer Aspire 5100 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Release the tabs on each side of the chip by simultaneously pushing each tab away from the RAM.

    • These tabs lock the chip in place and releasing them will cause the chip to "pop" up.

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  5. Acer Aspire 5100 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • After the RAM chip has popped up, pull it straight out of its socket.

    • Repeat this process if a second RAM chip is installed.

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Conclusion

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

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Buna ziua despre difuzoare nu spuneti nimic?1)cum fac sa le schimb?2)cum imi dau seama daca sunt membranele sparte fara sa il desfac?3)daca nu am originale ce difuzoare se mai potrivesc?

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