Removing The System Memory (Ram) - Intel W515PU Service Manual

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Removing the System Memory (RAM)

The computer has a memory socket for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting
DDR3L Up to 1600/1866MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 8GB. The total memory size is automatically
detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
Memory Upgrade Process
1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery
2. The RAM modules will be visible at point
3. Gently pull the two release latches (
arrows
(Figure
5b).
4. The RAM module
will pop-up
6
4
a.
b.
2
(page 2 -
5), keyboard
(page 2 -
on the mainboard
(Figure
1
&
) on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the
2
3
(
Figure 5c
)
, and you can then remove it
c.
1
3
6), and bottom case
(page 2 -
5a).
.
4
Removing the System Memory (RAM) 2 - 9
Disassembly
Figure 5
RAM Module
Removal
a. The RAM module will
be visible at point
1
on the mainboard.
7).
b. Pull the release lat-
ches.
c. Remove the module.
Contact Warning
Be careful not to touch
the metal pins on the
module's
connecting
edge. Even the cleanest
hands have oils which
can attract particles, and
degrade the module's
performance.
4. RAM Module

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