Dell G15-5511 Gaming RAM Replacement

Introduction

This guide provided detailed instructions on how to upgrade the RAM module for the Dell G15 5511 Laptop. Upgrading a laptop's RAM module will boost gaming or multitasking performance.

What you need

Step 1 Unfasten the back cover

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For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% and power down your device before disassembly.
Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the four 6.8 mm-long screws that secure the cover.
Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to loosen the four captive screws.

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Step 2 Unclip the front corners

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Insert an opening pick between the bottom-left corner of the back cover and the chassis.
Pry up to release the clips securing the back cover.
You'll hear a click whenever a clip is released.

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Step 3

Insert your opening pick again between the bottom-right corner of the back cover and the chassis.
Pry up to release the remaining clips securing the back cover.

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Step 4 Remove the back cover

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Grip the front of the back cover and lift it away from the laptop.
Pull the back cover towards you to disconnect the clips along the top of the back cover.
Remove the back cover.

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Step 5 RAM

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Locate the component in the circle area, the battery connector on the motherboard.
Carefully grasp the connector by its side and pull it away from the mother board.
Do not apply excessive force since it could damage the connector or the socket.

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Step 6

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Locate the two RAM slots highlighted by the red rectangles.
Locate the metal retaining clip outward, as highlighted by the red rectangles.
Carefully grasp the metal retain clips and pull them away from the RAM slot.

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Step 7

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Once the clips are released, carefully pull the module out of the slot.
When installing the new RAM, align the notches on the RAM module with the gap in the slot.
Push down the RAM until the metal retaining clip snaps into place, retaining the RAM.
If you have a second RAM that you want to be replaced, simply repeat the Step 2 and Step 3.

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Step 8

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Reconnect the Battery to the motherboard.
Using a screwdriver to secure the battery connector, carefully push forward the top part of the battery connector.

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