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Dell Inspiron 14z-5423 RAM Replacement

Written By: Brittany (and 5 other contributors)
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Difficulty

Easy

Steps

5

Time Required

15 minutes

Sections

1

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Introduction

The RAM is a memory card that holds the operating system and applications in order for the computer to access data.

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  1. Close the display and turn over the computer. Make sure your device is powered down and unplugged before beginning the replacement.

    • Close the display and turn over the computer.

    • Make sure your device is powered down and unplugged before beginning the replacement.

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  2. Use a J0 bit tipped screwdriver to unscrew the one 6 mm Phillips screw on the RAM cover.

    • Use a J0 bit tipped screwdriver to unscrew the one 6 mm Phillips screw on the RAM cover.

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  4. Lightly lift the RAM cover up and at an angle, away from the computer. Lightly lift the RAM cover up and at an angle, away from the computer.

    • Lightly lift the RAM cover up and at an angle, away from the computer.

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  5. Use your fingers to carefully pull the securing clips on the RAM away from each other. The RAM should pop up when the clips are released.

    • Use your fingers to carefully pull the securing clips on the RAM away from each other.

    • The RAM should pop up when the clips are released.

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  6. Remove the popped up RAM by pulling it away from the connection. If it does not pop up pry it out in a steady and straight direction.

    • Remove the popped up RAM by pulling it away from the connection.

    • If it does not pop up pry it out in a steady and straight direction.

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Conclusion

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

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