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Acer Aspire 5 A515-46-R3UB RAM Replacement

Introduction

The Acer Aspire 5 A515-46-R3UB is equipped with an expandable 4GB DDR4 RAM. RAM is essentially the memory for your laptop, specifically short-term. RAM allows your computer to access files and data that is stored away temporarily. If you are experiencing slow loading times or memory error messages, you may need to replace your laptop's RAM.

Note: This device did not have existing RAM to demonstrate removing the RAM stick.

For other troubleshooting information, please refer to the Acer Aspire 5 A515-46-R3UB Troubleshooting page.

Before you begin, turn off your laptop and disconnect from the charger.

What you need

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    • Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove eleven 6.7 mm screws from the bottom cover.

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    • Use an opening tool and picks to pry the bottom cover from the laptop.

    • Work your way around the perimeter to release any clips before you remove the bottom case.

    • Remove the bottom case.

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    • Remove the two pieces of tape from the battery and the battery connector.

    • Save the tape for reassembly.

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    • Use the plastic opening tool to carefully push on each side of the connector and remove it from the socket.

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    • Lift up the battery and remove it from the bottom case of the laptop.

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    • Insert upgraded RAM into the slot indicated in the photos.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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