Replace or expand RAM memory - iFixit Repair Guide

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Open the latch on the right side that secures the battery in place.
Open the latch on the left side that secures the battery in place.
Now remove the battery.

Step 2 Main access cover

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Using a Philips-head screwdriver remove highlighted screws.
Look at the marking to see how to remove the access cover.
Remove the access cover as shown by the marker.

Step 3

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You now have access to all components of this laptop.

Step 4 RAM memory

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Here is the default installed memory module.
Locate and squeeze the tension springs that secure the memory module apart.
Pull the memory module (RAM) out of its plug.

Step 5

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This is what the remote memory module looks like.

Conclusion

To assemble the device again, proceed in reverse order.

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