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Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show you how to replace the memory/RAM chips for the Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Laptop.

WARNING: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of this model. Before

beginning these procedures, discharge any built up static electricity by briefly touching a grounded

metal object. For example, you can touch the metal frame inside the case of most desktop computers, or wear an anti-static wristband.

What you need

  1. Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Keyboard: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Keyboard: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • With the laptop open and facing upright, use the Spudger to pull at the notches shown in the image.

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    • Gently turn the keyboard over to reveal the ribbon cable underneath. Remove the cable from the motherboard by lifting the white release tab and gently pulling the cable away from the socket.

    • Lift the keyboard away from the baseboard to remove.

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  3. Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • With the back of the laptop facing upright, press the switch shown to loosen the battery and remove it.

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  5. Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Back Cover: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Back Cover: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • With the laptop facing upright - remove the ribbon cable from the optical drive by lifting the white release tab and gently pulling the cable away from the socket.

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    • Slide the optical drive out of the port on the right-side of the laptop.

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    • With the back of the laptop facing upright, remove the following screws:

    • Ten 0.5 mm Phillips screws from the backboard

    • One 0.2 mm Phillips screw from the battery port

    • Three 0.1 mm Phillips screws from the optical drive slot.

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    • Gently pry the back cover from the opposite side of the battery to reveal the internal components.

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  9. Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Memory / RAM: step 8, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Memory / RAM: step 8, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement, Memory / RAM: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Identify the RAM as shown in the image.

    • Gently press outward on the plastic guards to release the component.

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  10. Dell Inspiron i3558-5500BLK Memory Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the RAM out of the memory port by first pulling forward, away from the port, and then upward.

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Conclusion

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

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