Dell Latitude 14 Rugged 5414 RAM Replacement

ID: 199596

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Steps:

1. Flip the laptop over so the bottom side is facing up.
2. Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove all twenty-one 7 mm screws that secure the bottom cover.
3. Keep screws organized, as their lengths may vary.

4. Gently slide out the optical disc drive from the underside of the right edge of the laptop.
5. If you’re unable to remove the disc drive, make sure all twenty-one screws have been fully unscrewed.

6. Lift the bottom cover of the laptop starting from the corner.
7. Insert an opening tool or heavy-duty nylon spudger into the seam between the top and bottom case and slide it around the perimeter to release the clips holding it together.
8. Remove the bottom cover.

9. Using both hands, pull the metal clips on either side of the RAM away from the module to release it.
10. Be gentle when removing the RAM to avoid breaking the latches or bending the RAM stick.
11. Slide the first RAM stick from the socket.

12. Once the top RAM stick is out, repeat Step 4 to remove the bottom RAM.