Introduction

RAM (Random Access Memory) is the laptop’s system storage. It is used to handle short-term data storage while being fast sending and receiving it. Upgrading RAM to faster and/or higher capacity ones can improve system responsiveness and/or allow more programs to be ran at the same time. Use this guide to replace the RAM in your HP EliteBook 8530w.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Turn the laptop off then place it down so that the back is facing up.
Slide the battery release switch to the left and hold it there.

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Step 2

Pull the battery away upward and away from the laptop while continuing to hold the release switch.
Once the battery is removed from the laptop, you may release the switch.
To properly dispose of your battery, look for the closest location that accepts electronic waste in your area and drop it off there.

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Step 3 RAM

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Unscrew the two screws with a RAM/WiFi icon using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
These screws are retained (not designed to be removed). Just loosen them.
After the screws are loosened, pull the cover off by lifting up from the side with the screws.

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Step 4

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Once the cover is removed, you will see two rectangular RAM sticks as shown in the picture.
Pull each of the tabs holding the RAM in place apart from each other.
Little force is required to pull the tabs. Be careful when bending them back.
Once the tabs are pulled away, the RAM should pop up to rest at a 45º angle to the motherboard.

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Step 5

Pull the RAM out of the laptop in the direction the RAM is pointing at to remove it.
When inserting RAM into the laptop, make sure that when you fold the RAM down the tabs are holding it in place. You may hear a "click" from the tabs when you fold the RAM down. That means that the tabs should be holding the RAM.

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