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Dell Vostro 5510 RAM Replacement

Introduction

The first step in replacing the internal components of the Dell Vostro 15 5510 is to remove its back cover. To complete this guide, you will need a Phillips #0 screwdriver head and a plastic opening tool.

What you need

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    • Power off your laptop before beginning disassembly.

    • Place the laptop so the bottom cover is facing upwards.

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    • Remove the remaining (M2x4mm) screws with the screwdriver.

    • Loosen the two captive (M2x7.5mm) corner screws with the screwdriver.

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    • Pry open the top left corner of the cover with the opening tool.

    • Pry open the top right corner of the cover with the opening tool.

    • Pry the rest of the cover with the opening tool, working in a clockwise motion until it is completely loosened.

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    • Lift the cover to remove it from the rest of the laptop.

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    • Locate the memory board.

    • Lift the Mylar to access the memory board.

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    • Pull the securing clips from both sides of the memory module outwards until the memory board pops up.

    • Remove the memory board from the memory-module slot.

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Conclusion

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

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