Compaq Presario CQ57 RAM Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Step 1 Take out the battery

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Take out the battery by sliding the slider to the left

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Step 2 Taking off the plate

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Unscrew this single Phillips #0 Screw
The screw remains captive.

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Step 3 Taking off the plate

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Take off the plate using your hands.

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Step 4

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Slide these 2 thingys that hold the RAM.
The RAM should pop out.

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Step 5 Take out the ram

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Take out the RAM.

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Conclusion

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

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