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Introduction

Is your computer running slowly when you have multiple browser tabs open? It might be time for a RAM upgrade. Follow this guide for the removal and reinstallation of your laptop’s RAM component.

Replacing RAM is a very simple, straight-forward process. However, the laptop's battery must be removed prior to removing the battery, making the entire process moderately difficult.

For this guide, all you need is a plastic opening tool and a Phillips #1 screwdriver head.

What you need

Step 1 Lower Case

HP Stream 14-CB174WM RAM Replacement, Lower Case: step 1, image 1 of 2

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Use an opening pick to gently pry up the edge of the rubber foot.
Grab the lifted edge of the foot and gently pull it away.
Repeat for the other rubber foot.
The oils on your skin can damage the adhesive on the rubber feet. Try not to touch the adhesive part of the feet with your hands.

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Step 2

Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the eight 6.6 mm screws that secure the lower case.

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Step 3

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Insert an opening pick in the seam between the lower case and chassis.
Slide the opening pick around the perimeter, prying every couple of centimeters as you go.
You will hear "snaps" of the lower case retaining clips releasing.
Continue prying around the entire perimeter until the lower case fully releases.
Lift off the lower case.

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Step 4 RAM

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There are spring-loaded metal clips on each side of the RAM stick. Place your fingers on each metal clip and push them to the side.
The RAM will lift a few millimeters; this is normal.