Lenovo Essential G570 RAM Replacement

Introduction

The RAM of the computer is responsible for running all of the programs while the computer is powered on. If a user experiences the computer freezing during operation, it may be due to the RAM being too small or too slow. To fix this, upgrading the RAM is often a quick and easy solution to speeding up the performance of your laptop. This guide goes through the necessary steps in order to replace the RAM currently in the computer.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Turn off the laptop.
Disconnect the charging cable.
Failure to unplug the cable could result in electric shock.
Turn the computer upside down.

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Step 2

Locate the two switches that lock the battery.
Push the right switch outwards to unlock the battery.

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Step 3

Push and hold the left switch outwards to unlock the battery.
Pull the battery away from the computer.

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Step 4 Back Panel

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Turn the laptop over so that the bottom side is facing up.

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Step 5

Unscrew the five 5mm Phillips #0 screws that hold the cover in place.
The screws do not come out fully from the back plate. They stay attached to the plate itself.

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Step 6

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With the screws removed, insert the plastic opening tool into the groove located on the right side.
Begin to pry up, and the plate should lift up from the body of the laptop.
While lifting up, take the piece in one hand and pull up and to the right to fully remove the back plate.

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Step 7 RAM

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Using your fingers, hold open the two clips holding the top RAM in place.
The two RAM chips are placed one on top of another. It is important to take the top one out first to easily access the bottom one.
With the clips held away from the RAM, slide the top stick out from it's connection.

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Step 8

With the top RAM stick removed, repeat the same process for the bottom piece. Begin by holding the two clips away from the RAM.
With the clips held out, slide the RAM out from the connection.

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