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HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement

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  1. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Ensure the device is powered down and unplugged.

    • Turn the device upside down with the battery compartment facing you.

    • Slide the black slider to the right and lift the battery out of its compartment.

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  2. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement, Back Plate: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Locate and remove the six Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws around the perimeter of the back plate.

    • These screws do not completely detach from the device when unscrewed.

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  3. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Use the plastic opening tool to lift up the back plate and set it aside.

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  4. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement, RAM: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Rotate the device 90 degrees to the left.

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  5. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
    • Locate the grey clips on the side of the RAM and pull the grey clips away from the RAM using the plastic opening tool.

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  6. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3
    • Unplug the RAM.

    • Repeat step 6 to remove the second piece of RAM.

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  7. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
    • These steps are important in the replacement of the RAM, they will assist in ensuring the device is not damaged.

    • Align the notch in the new RAM with the peg on the plug

    • Ensure the RAM is fully inserted into the plug at a 45 degree angle such that the notch of the RAM lines up with the peg on the plug

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  8. HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 HP Pavilion dv7-1285dx RAM Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2
    • Push down gently on the RAM until the grey clips click.

    • Repeat steps 7 and 8 to replace the second piece of RAM.

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Conclusion

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

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