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HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement

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    1. HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Step 1 – Battery: Locate the battery release slider on the bottom of the laptop and move it in the direction of the arrow to the unlock position.

      • The yellow highlighted edge of the battery should pop up slightly when the switch is moved

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    2. HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Step 2: Using the edge of the battery that has popped up, lift the battery out of the computer.

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    1. HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 3, image 1 of 3 HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 3, image 2 of 3 HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • Remove the two 3.5 mm diameter head and 7 mm long screws using the Philips PH1 screwdriver.

      • Both screws will remain attached to the cover.

      • Set the cover with attached screws to the side.

      • The RAM will now be exposed

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    2. HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3
      • Find the two clips located on each side of the RAM.

      • Using both hands, simultaneously grab each clip and open them away from the RAM stick.

      • The RAM will pop up.

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    3. HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Using one hand, pull the RAM up and to the left to remove it.

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    4. HP Pavilion DV3 RAM Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • If there is a second RAM module present (as shown), repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove it.

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Conclusion

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

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