Asus Q503UA-BSI5T17 RAM Replacement
ID: 127711
Description: If you need to replace or upgrade the RAM in...
Steps:
- Flip the computer upside down. In order to ensure that the correct side is up, you should be able to read the sticker that indicates the serial number on the bottom.
- Remove the ten circled screws along the perimeter of the laptop with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
- Starting from the top right corner, use a plastic prying tool to separate the cover from the laptop. Use light pressure to prevent the plastic from breaking.
- You should feel the frame coming loose. If necessary, use spacers to keep the frame from locking back into place.
- Repeat the above step around the laptop until you are able to lift the cover.
- Locate the RAM component. The RAM, in this case, can be characterized by its blue coloration and eight individual smaller black chips.
- Locate the two white locking mechanisms on the left and right sides of the RAM component. Once you've located them, proceed to push them away from the RAM component.
- Upon unlocking the mechanism, you should find that the component now pops up at an almost 45-degree angle. Lift it up gently and carefully.
- Now slide out the component gently and place it in a secure location.