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MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover Replacement

Introduction

This keeps the RAM levers out of the way of the battery and secures the hard drive.

What you need

  1. MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Use a coin or spudger to rotate the battery-locking screw 90 degrees clockwise.

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  2. MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the battery out of the computer.

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  4. MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover Replacement, Memory Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the three evenly-spaced Phillips screws from along the rear wall of the battery compartment.

    • The screws are captive to the metal memory cover so you cannot lose them.

    • Using The Flexible Extension sold by iFixit will help with this step.

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  5. MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Grasp the right end of the L-shaped memory cover, then pull it towards you so it clears the battery compartment opening.

    • Lift the memory cover up and out of the computer.

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Conclusion

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

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