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Acer Aspire E5-721-64T8 RAM Replacement

Introduction

Failing RAM may be a cause of a slow computer. If your RAM is faulty, or you want to upgrade your current RAM, you will need to replace it. RAM is your computers temporary storage. RAM should be used in an identical pair. This guide will show you how to remove and replace the RAM of this laptop.

What you need

  1. Acer Aspire E5-721-64T8 RAM Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the twenty-five 6mm Phillips #0 screws from the bottom panel of the laptop.

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  2. Acer Aspire E5-721-64T8 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Using the plastic opening tool, lift up on the side opposite of the Ethernet connector.

    • With the plastic opening tool under the bottom panel, work your way around the perimeter until the panel separates.

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    • Remove the two 6mm Phillips #0 screws from the battery.

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    • Disconnect the battery from the motherboard.

    • Pull the battery up and out of the laptop.

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    • Use your fingers to spread the metal clips on the side of the RAM apart.

    • When released, the RAM will pop up and slightly out of the socket.

    • Lift the RAM to an angle of 30 degrees and slide it out of the socket.

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Conclusion

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

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