Dell Inspiron 17" 7786 2-in-1 Memory Modules (RAM) Replacement

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Description: This is the manual for Dell Inspiron 17" 7786 2...

Steps:

  1. Remove the eight M2 5mm screws that secure the base cover using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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  3. Loosen the three captive screws that secure the base closer to the hinges.
  4. Do not attempt to remove the three captive screws! You need only to loosen them. They're supposed to stay on the base cover.
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  6. Carefully pry the base cover using an iFixit opening tool in the crevice near the hinges. Guide the pick along the edges and slightly lift upwards as you go along.
  7. Do not start from the speaker end of the edges when opening, or you may cause further damage to your device!
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  9. Carefully remove the base cover from the laptop.
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  11. Lift the cover to gain access to the memory module.
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  13. Carefully open the securing clips on the end of each memory module slot until the module stick sticks up.
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  15. Remove the memory module by sliding it out of the slot.
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