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Removing Lenovo Thinkpad T61p RAM

Introduction

This guide will show you how to remove the laptop RAM.

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  1. Removing Lenovo Thinkpad T61p RAM, RAM: step 1, image 1 of 2 Removing Lenovo Thinkpad T61p RAM, RAM: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Place the laptop on a fat surface with the underside facing up

    • Remove the 4 Philips head screws.

    • Turn the computer over and open the display

    • Grasping each side of the palm rest, gently lift it off and rotate toward the front of the laptop

    • The palm rest will be connected to the main board by a ribbon cable

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  3. Removing Lenovo Thinkpad T61p RAM: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the touchpad ribbon cable

    • This step is recommended in the service manual however it is possible to remove the RAM without discoinnecting the touchpad cable

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  4. Removing Lenovo Thinkpad T61p RAM: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the RAM modules

    • Gently press the metal tabs outwards to release the top RAM module and remove it from the laptop

    • With the top RAM module removed you can release the lower RAM module in the same manner.

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Conclusion

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

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