Gateway KAV60 LT2016U RAM Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

Free Shipping on Domestic Orders $75+

Introduction

The RAM can be replaced if you have a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

What you need

1. Step 1 Battery
  Unlock the tab located in the top left corner of the netbook.
  
  The red tab indicated that the battery has been properly unlocked.
  
  Remove the battery.
  
  When working with electronics, it is always wise to remove the power source before taking the device apart.
  Edit
  
  Ask FixBot
  
  Add Comment
  
  1024
1. Step 2 RAM
  The RAM is located under this cover.
  Edit
  
  Ask FixBot
  
  Add Comment
  
  1024
3. Step 3
  Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove one (1) 5mm screw holding the cover in place.
  
  Use a plastic opening tool to remove the cover.
  Edit
  
  Ask FixBot
  
  Add Comment
  
  1024
4. Step 4
  Unlock the RAM by pinching the metal clamps that keep the RAM in place.
  
  Remove the RAM while the metal clamps are disengaged.
  Edit
  
  Ask FixBot
  
  Add Comment
  
  1024

Conclusion

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

Cancel: I did not complete this guide.

Author

with 9 other contributors

Lydia Benjock

Member since: 10/18/13

1,240 Reputation

10 Guides authored

Team

Clemson, Team 14-3, Benson Fall 2013 Member of Clemson, Team 14-3, Benson Fall 2013

CLEM-BENSON-F13S14G3

3 Members

132 Guides authored

0 Guide Comments

View Statistics:

Past 24 Hours: 2

Past 7 Days: 3

Past 30 Days: 33

All Time: 2,550