Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement

Written By: Abel Osorio
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Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 RAM Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

9

Time Required

10 - 20 minutes

Introduction

This guide will help you remove and upgrade your RAM to make your Samsung Chromebook XE550C22 run smoother.

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    • Turn the power off before beginning this step.

    • Using the spudger, remove the four 1/2 inch skid pads from the back of the laptop.

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    • Remove the eight 7mm screws using the J0 Screwdriver.

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    • Starting at the center front of the laptop, insert the metal spudger between the keyboard panel and the bottom panel, separating the bottom panel from the laptop.

    • Continue prying around the sides to release more brackets.

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    • After deconnecting all the brackets, pull the back panel away from the laptop.

    • Note: The back panel has some flex to it, don't be afraid to use some force.

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    • Remove the four 3mm screws holding the battery with the J0 screwdriver.

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    • Lift the battery up at an angle to disconnect the battery from the motherboard, then pull it away from the laptop.

    • Do not lift the battery straight up. This will damage the battery's connectors.

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    • Locate the RAM on the middle right side of the Chromebook.

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    • Using your fingers, separate the silver clips that are holding the RAM in place on each side.

    • The RAM will "pop-up" on its own after separating clips.

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    • Pull the RAM away from the Chromebook.

Conclusion

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

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