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Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement

Introduction

If you would like to upgrade your RAM or if your RAM has malfunctioned, you should pull the chip out and replace it with the desired chip.

What you need

  1. Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the computer upside down with the battery facing you.

    • Turn the computer off and disconnect the charging cable from the computer.

    • Failure to unplug the charging cable may result in electric shock.

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  2. Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Push the switch as far to the right as possible to unlock the battery.

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  3. Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the battery using two hands and pull it away from the computer.

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  5. Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the four Phillips #1 screws holding down the back panel. Then remove one 5.8mm Phillips #1 screw labeled "M" in the middle of the back panel.

    • Four 3.9mm Phillips #1 screws

    • One 5.8mm Phillips #1 screw

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  6. Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Using the highlighted indent, pull up and out to remove the back panel.

    • The indent should provide enough grip to remove the panel with ease.

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  7. Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS M1530 RAM Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Push out on the first set of metal tabs to release and remove the top RAM chip.

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    • Push out on the second set of metal tabs to release and remove the lower RAM chip.

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Conclusion

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

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