Sony Vaio VPCW211AX RAM Replacement
Giselle Dougan and 2 other contributors
Last updated on Apr 25, 2018
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide will show you how to replace the RAM in your Sony Vaio laptop.
What you need
Parts
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Use a plastic opening tool to pry up the keyboard. Start at the end closest to the screen.
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Carefully detach the ribbon from the base of the computer with your hands.
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Remove the keyboard.
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Using a metal spudger, pry open at the seams.
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Open the gray top of the laptop from the base black portion.
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Slide the spudger along the seam, and then carefully open the top.
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Using your fingers, pry apart the two side metal pieces that hold the part in place as shown on the picture.
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Carefully press the sides near the right edge of the part and remove it from it's base.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
1 Guide Comment
I have a 21212L and you have to remove the screws under the flap to remove the keyboard firstm you also do not have to remove the top assembly at all.
