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Accessing the RAM in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly.
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Remove the following ten screws securing the lower case to the upper case:
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Three 13.5 mm (14.1 mm) Phillips screws.
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Seven 3 mm Phillips screws.
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Using both hands, lift the lower case near the vent to pop it off two clips securing it to the upper case.
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Remove the lower case and set it aside.
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Use the edge of a spudger to pry the battery connector upwards from its socket on the logic board.
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Bend the battery cable slightly away from its socket on the logic board so it does not accidentally connect itself while you work.
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Release the tabs on each side of the RAM chip by simultaneously pushing each tab away from the RAM module.
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After the RAM chip has popped up, pull it straight out of its socket.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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There's a visual of the screw configuration on the apple support website:
Great tutorial, but I think moderate might be a bit of an understatement; this project took me roughly five minutes, and I’ve never taken apart a computer before.
Sooo easy, thanks for great tutorial, I wish I had done this years ago.
