Dell Latitude 5400 RAM Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

Free Shipping on Domestic Orders $75+

Introduction

Memory is crucial to a computer's ability to run, by allowing the computer to temporarily store information it is going to use again without using hard drive space. Sometimes memory can fail or you may wish to upgrade your memory for any reason. This guide will show you how to remove and install memory in your Dell Latitude 5400.

What you need

Step 1 Back Panel

Dell Latitude 5400 RAM Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 3

Dell Latitude 5400 RAM Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 2 of 3

Dell Latitude 5400 RAM Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 3 of 3

Loosen the eight captive screws that secure the lower case using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Use a spudger to pry the back panel away from the laptop.

Ask FixBot

Step 2 RAM

Dell Latitude 5400 RAM Replacement, RAM: step 2, image 1 of 1

Place your fingers on the brackets on either side of the RAM stick push them outwards.
The RAM stick will pop up at an angle.

Ask FixBot

Step 3

Dell Latitude 5400 RAM Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

Pull the RAM stick straight out of its slot at the angle it is facing.

Ask FixBot

Conclusion

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

Cancel: I did not complete this guide.

Author

with 4 other contributors

John Barbato

Member since: 11/04/25

255 Reputation

2 Guides authored

Team

UMass Dartmouth, Team 3-2, Biswokarma Fall 2025 Member of UMass Dartmouth, Team 3-2, Biswokarma Fall 2025

UMASSD-BISWOKARMA-F25S3G2

5 Members

5 Guides authored

0 Guide Comments

View Statistics:

Past 24 Hours: 2

Past 7 Days: 26

Past 30 Days: 65

All Time: 303