Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement

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If your laptop is running slow, having issues with it randomly crashing, or programs not being able to start up correctly, your laptops RAM(Random Access Memory) may be the issue. Use this guide to learn how to properly and safely replace the RAM on your laptop.

RAM can potentially start to go bad due to time, as it slowly becomes outdated by the other hardware and software on the device. Replacing the RAM on your laptop is also recommended due to the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 only coming with 8 gigabytes of RAM. This will allow the laptop to run faster with better performance overall.

Replacing the RAM of your laptop while not expensive, shouldn't be the first method you attempt to resolve your problems. Instead try to use the methods found in Lenovo E15 ThinkPad Gen 3 Running Slow, to properly diagnose the issues with your laptop.

This guide requires opening the laptop case and exposing internal components. Be cautious of sharp edges and avoid touching any circuitry and exposed electronics to prevent damage from static electricity. Use an anti-static wrist strap (such as one of these) if possible, and make sure your laptop is completely powered off and unplugged before beginning the replacement process.

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Adım 1 Battery

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement, Battery: adım 1, 2 resimden 1.

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement, Battery: adım 1, 2 resimden 2.

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Phillips #1 Screwdriver

$5.49

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Loosen the eight PH1 screws on the back panel using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.
These screws stay seated within the back panel so do not try to remove them.

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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement: adım 2, 3 resimden 3.

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iFixit Opening Tool

$1.99

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Remove back panel using a plastic opening tool or a spudger.
Ensure that all sides of the panel are separated (audible clicks will be heard when separating) from the device frame.

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Adım 3

Gently disconnect the battery from the motherboard by pulling on the fabric tab attached to the connector.

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Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the five 5 mm screws holding the battery.

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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement: adım 5, 3 resimden 3.

Remove the battery by gently lifting the top of the battery out from the frame and then pull towards the motherboard.

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Adım 6 RAM

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement, RAM: adım 6, 3 resimden 1.

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement, RAM: adım 6, 3 resimden 2.

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement, RAM: adım 6, 3 resimden 3.

Gently pull on the stainless steel shielding cover to remove it from the laptop to expose the RAM.

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Using your fingers, pull the metal arms (located on both sides of the RAM stick) slightly away from it.
The RAM will pop up from the motherboard once the tabs are spread apart.

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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 RAM Replacement: adım 8, 3 resimden 3.

Slide the RAM stick from the socket to remove it from the laptop.
Remove it at an angle and not straight up so you don't damage the socket.
When installing new RAM make sure that the notch on the stick is aligned with the RAM slot on the motherboard. If the RAM's notch doesn't align with the slot, ensure that you are installing RAM that is compatible with the laptop.