Introduction
Use this guide to upgrade or replace the RAM (memory) in your Lenovo ThinkCentre M920q. The M920q features two DDR4 SODIMM slots located under a dedicated access panel on the bottom of the device. Before beginning, ensure the device is powered off and the power adapter is disconnected. If you are adding a second stick of RAM, ensure it matches the specifications of the existing module for optimal performance.
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Locate the single large Phillips screw on the rear of the chassis. Unfasten the screw completely.
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Slide the top metal cover forward (toward the front of the PC) and lift it upward to remove it. Set the top cover aside.
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Flip the PC over so the bottom side is facing up. The RAM is located under a separate sliding panel on the bottom of the unit.
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Locate the plastic/metal panel on the bottom of the chassis. Slide this panel toward the rear of the device. It should click and then lift away easily.
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Identify the RAM module(s). Use your fingernails or a spudger to gently push the two metal arms on the sides of the RAM slot outward. The RAM module will pop up at a 30-degree angle.
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Grip the edges of the RAM module and pull it straight out of the slot. Caution: Do not touch the gold contacts on the RAM stick to avoid static discharge or oils from your skin interfering with the connection.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
