Dell Inspiron 15-5565 RAM Replacement

Introduction

This guide will assist you in efficiently replacing the memory modules (also known as RAM) in your Dell Inspiron 15-5565. Please see this page to perform troubleshooting.

Some common identifying factors that indicate RAM replacement is needed include the Blue Screen of Death, random reboots, and overall decline in device performance.

Specifications:

Two SODIMM slots
Single or Dual-channel DDR4

What you need

Step 1 Optical Drive

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Remove the 4 mm screw that secures the optical drive bracket to the optical drive using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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Step 2

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Eject the optical drive by pressing the eject button.
Push out the optical drive bracket using the iFixit opening tool.

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Step 3 Back Cover

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Remove 13 8 mm screws from the bottom of the device using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
Remove the single 4 mm screw from the bottom of the device using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
Remove the three 4 mm screws from the optical drive slot using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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Step 4

Remove the back cover from the laptop.

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Step 5 RAM

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Use your fingers to pull the safety clips apart on either side of the memory module. This should make the module pop upwards.
Remove the module from its slot by pulling it out.

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