MacBook Core Duo RAM Replacement
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Last updated on Sep 19, 2018
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Accessing the RAM in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly. Two RAM slots allow up to 2 GB of PC2-5300 RAM.
What you need
Fix Kit
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Parts
Tools
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Use a coin or spudger to rotate the battery-locking screw 90 degrees clockwise.
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Remove the three evenly-spaced Phillips screws from along the rear wall of the battery compartment.
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Lift up on L-shaped memory cover, slide it to the right, and lift it out of the computer.
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In one swift but careful motion, flick the levers to the left and slide the RAM chip out from its compartment.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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I followed these direction to upgrade my ram from 2 512MB chips to 2 1GB chips. They were simple, but I hit a snag somewhere because when I went to turn back on my computer the light on the slide just blinked several times and no start up ocurred. How do you know that the new RAM chips are in sufficiently? Do you have to press them in until they click or lock? Mine just slid in and are somewhat "loose" still.
thanks!
I don't know why some people are mentioning a torx. This is a regular phillips. Had one laying around from my old-style mac mini upgrade. It couldn't be easier. It's almost like the new style mac mini ram upgrade. So effortless.
