Dell Vostro 1540 Memory Module Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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1. Step 1 Unlocking the Battery
  Slide the release latches to unlock the battery.
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2. Step 2 Sliding the Battery
  Slide the battery and remove it from the computer.
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1. Step 3 KeyBoard
  Pry up to release the top four snaps securing the keyboard to the computer.
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3. Step 4
  Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rest
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4. Step 5
  Disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board.
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5. Step 6
  Remove the keyboard from the computer.
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1. Step 7 Memory Module
  Pry the retention clips away from the memory module until it pops up.
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2. Step 8
  Remove the memory module from the computer.
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Conclusion

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

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