Introduction
How to open a Asus N73J laptop and install a SSD or HDD in the free HDD bay.
What you need
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Use a small flathead screwdriver or the flat end of a spudger to gently push down the five pins just above the top row of keys that secure the keyboard to the laptop.
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Slowly tilt the keyboard towards the front but not too far as the flat cable is still connected.
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With a spudger carefully unlock the socket by pushing the white part to the left. Pull the ribbon cable straight out of its socket.
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(For a clear view the photo shows where to push after the cable was already removed; push both from upper side as bottom side of the socket.)
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Remove these seven screws with a JIS #1 (or PH 1) to unlock the back cover.
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Here you can see the slot for an extra RAM module.
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When finished close the laptop and turn it over.
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Open the back cover to get access to:
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the HDD-bays
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the RAM modules
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the WiFI module
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Gently slide your new SSD/HDD in the empty HDD bay. And do not forget to secure it to the body of the laptop with a few screws.
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