Removing The System Memory (Ram); Memory Upgrade Process - Clevo N150RF1 Service Manual

Disassembly

Removing the System Memory (RAM)

Figure 8
RAM Module
The computer has two memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting
Removal
DDR3L up to 1600 MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 16GB. The total memory size is automatically de-
tected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
a. The RAM modules
will be visible at point

Memory Upgrade Process

1 on the main-
board.
1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery
b. Pull the release lat-
2. The RAM modules will be visible at point
ches.
3. Gently pull the two release latches (
c. Remove the module.
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4. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.
5. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot.
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6. The module will only fit one way as defined by its pin alignment. Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot
as it will go. DO NOT FORCE IT; it should fit without much pressure.
Contact Warning
7. Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the slot levers click into place to secure the module.
Be careful not to touch
8. Replace the bottom cover and the screws
the metal pins on the
9. Restart the computer to allow the BIOS to register the new memory configuration as it starts up.
module's connecting
edge. Even the clean-
est hands have oils
a.
which can attract parti-
cles, and degrade the
module's performance.
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4. RAM Module
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(Figure 8b). The RAM module
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(page 2 - 5), and bottom case (page 2 -
on the mainboard (Figure 8a
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) on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the
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will pop-up ( Figure 8c ) , and you can then remove it
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(see page 2 - 5 ) .
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