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Dell Inspiron M531R-5535 RAM Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the RAM sticks in your Dell Inspiron M531R-5535 laptop.

RAM acts as a temporary memory bank in order to improve multitasking and overall device performance. Without RAM, your computer would be unable to run or process information, resulting in the computer not being able boot up.

Make sure to power off your laptop completely and disconnect from any external power source prior to beginning the process.

What you need

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    • Flip the laptop over to its backside.

    • Loosen the two Phillips #1 screws to remove the tray.

    • The screws stay in the tray.

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    • Lift up the tray from the right side.

    • The RAM is located in the bottom right.

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  4. Dell Inspiron M531R-5535 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Push down the pins on either side of the RAM to unhook them.

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  5. Dell Inspiron M531R-5535 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully lift and pull the Ram out to remove it.

    • Repeat steps 3 and 4 to remove the second RAM.

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Conclusion

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

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