Macintosh Powerbook 5300cs RAM Replacement
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The battery compartment is located in the front-right side of the laptop.
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To insert the battery, gently slide it into the compartment until it clicks in place.
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To remove, slide the button highlighted in the red rectangle to the right to release the battery and slide it from the compartment.
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With the laptop upside down and with the battery removed, use a Torx #9 screw driver to remove the three .84 in. screws shown.
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Carefully pull up on the front of the keyboard to pop it out from the case.
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Then slide the back out so the keyboard becomes nearly free.
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Disconnect the ribbon that is connecting the keyboard to the rest of the computer.
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Pull the keyboard out and repair or replace as needed.
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Remove the RAM board located underneath the keyboard by carefully popping it out from its connection. Reinstall or replace as necessary.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Cal Poly, Team 6-1, Regan Fall 2011 Member of Cal Poly, Team 6-1, Regan Fall 2011
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