Acer Aspire 5742G Memory stick Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

Introduction

Just as simple as it gets! to work on a laptop, well there you have the Acer Aspire 5742G and the easiest job to change memory sticks!

What you need

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Step 1 Memory stick

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Make sure your computer is off and remove the battery with the security tabs shown in the picture

Step 2

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Remove these philips screws, only two :)

Step 3

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Then from the dented tab, either your finger, card or spudger will work, and start prying GENTLY!
Easily work your way around.
WARNING! PLASTIC TABS! be careful not to break them!

Step 4

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Now you've removed the cover, you will get access to your Antenna, HDD, and RAM
Please remove both tabs with the memory stick at the same time

Step 5

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Now put the new memory stick in!
When it is in, then gently push it downwards to lock it in place!
Be aware you have to line up the stick with a pin in the socket!!

Conclusion

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

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