Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement

Introduction

The Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200, has a maximum storage capacity of 16 GB of RAM, and if you have never replaced the RAM before, you likely have the standard 6 GB of RAM. If you replace the RAM, you can make it possible to open large applications, software, and files. By upgrading your RAM, you are upgrading your computers memory. You'll also avoid large programs slowing your computer down.

Before starting the repair, be sure to power off your laptop and disconnect from the charger. It is also recommended to remove the battery.

*The battery was missing from our device so we were unable to demonstrate removal.

What you need

Step 1 Back Case

Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 1 of 3

Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 2 of 3

Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 3 of 3

Make sure to turn off the device, remove the battery, and unplug the laptop from the charger prior to the disassembly.
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove fourteen 3.75 mm screws from the back cover.
Use a spudger or opening tool to gently separate the back cover from the top of the device. Work your way around the perimeter of the laptop and undo the clips with the spudger.
Remove the back case.

Edit

Step 2 RAM

Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 2, image 1 of 2

Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 2, image 2 of 2

Underneath the two plastic black flaps you will find the RAM sticks.

Edit

Step 3

Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

To remove the RAM from the slot, pull the two RAM retaining arms away from the center of the RAM stick.
The RAM stick should "pop" up slightly from its socket.
Repeat the instructions for the other RAM slot.