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HP Compaq Presario V3000 RAM Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show how to remove and replace RAM

What you need

  1. HP Compaq Presario V3000 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP Compaq Presario V3000 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Locate the two screws holding the RAM cover in place

    • Use Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two 4.5mm Philips head screws

    • Place screws on magnetic mat to help avoid losing the screws

    • Lift the RAM cover towards the battery eject latch

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    • Lift foil covering RAM retention clips

    • Only pull the foil until the retention clips are visible. Do NOT continue pulling after.

    • Retention clips should be on the sides of the RAM chip

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    • Push retention clip on each side of RAM OUTWARDS

    • RAM will pop up

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  5. HP Compaq Presario V3000 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Using tweezers, carefully pull the RAM chip away from the RAM slot

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    • Push retention clip on each side of the second RAM chip OUTWARDS

    • RAM chip will pop up

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  7. HP Compaq Presario V3000 RAM Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Repeat Step 5 and use tweezers to carefully pull RAM away from RAM slot

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Conclusion

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

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