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Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement

Introduction

This guide will help you remove and upgrade your RAM to make your Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 run smoother.

What you need

  1. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 3 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 2 of 3 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Turn the power off before beginning this step.

    • Using the spudger, remove the four 1/2 inch skid pads from the back of the laptop.

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  2. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the eight 7mm screws using the J0 Screwdriver.

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  3. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Starting at the center front of the laptop, insert the metal spudger between the keyboard panel and the bottom panel, separating the bottom panel from the laptop.

    • Continue prying around the sides to release more brackets.

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  5. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • After deconnecting all the brackets, pull the back panel away from the laptop.

    • Note: The back panel has some flex to it, don't be afraid to use some force.

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  6. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement, Battery: step 5, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement, Battery: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four 3mm screws holding the battery with the J0 screwdriver.

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  7. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the battery up at an angle to disconnect the battery from the motherboard, then pull it away from the laptop.

    • Do not lift the battery straight up. This will damage the battery's connectors.

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  8. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the RAM on the middle right side of the Chromebook.

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  9. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Using your fingers, separate the silver clips that are holding the RAM in place on each side.

    • The RAM will "pop-up" on its own after separating clips.

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  10. Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the RAM away from the Chromebook.

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Conclusion

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

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