How to replace the Memory Modules on a Alienware 15 R3

This 3D experience gives you the step by step process of replacing the Memory Modules and a Alienware 15R3. The procedure will also include removing the Base Cover, Battery Cable and reinstalling them.

Removal

Base Cover

1. Identify the base cover highlighted in blue
2. Remove the screws that secure the base cover to the system base.
3. Loosen the captive screws that secures the base cover to the system base.
4. Using a plastic scribe or a flat head screwdriver, gently pry clips on the base cover to release them from the slots on the system base. Lift the base cover off the system base.

Battery Cable

1. Identify the battery cable highlighted in blue.
2. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board.
3. Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to ground the system and remove residual static electricity

Memory Modules

1. Identify the memory module highlighted in blue
2. Using your fingertips, carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end until the memory module pops up.
3. Hold the edges and lift the memory module up from connector on the system board

Install

Memory Modules

1. Identify the memory module location highlighted in blue
2. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the slot and slide the memory into the slot at an angle.
3. Press the memory module down until it clicks into place.

Battery Cable

1. Identify the battery cable highlighted in blue
2. Connect the battery cable to the system board.

Base Cover

1. Identify the base cover location highlighted in blue
2. Slide the tabs on the base cover into the slots on the system base and snap the base cover into place.
3. Tighten the captive screws that secures the base cover to the system base.
4. Install the screws that secure the base cover to the system base.