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Alienware M15x RAM Replacement

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Alienware M15x RAM Replacement

Introduction

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Upgrade your RAM for an instant increase in speed.

The M15x uses DDR3 1333MHz memory.

What you need

Parts

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    1. Alienware M15x RAM Replacement, RAM: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • First, take off the battery by moving the latch to the left and pulling it up.

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      • Then unscrew the two Phillips screws.

      • Pull the cover down, then up, revealing the internals

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      • Unscrew the two screws indicated

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      • Release the tabs on each side of the chip by simultaneously pushing each tab away from the RAM.

      • These tabs lock the chip in place and releasing them will cause the chip to "pop" up.

      • After the RAM chip has popped up, pull it straight out of its socket.

      • Repeat this process if a second RAM chip is installed.

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Conclusion

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

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I saw somewhere that it actually takes DDR2 ram not DDR3....

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