How Do I Install Memory In A Laptop?

Laptop being a miniature of desktop has definitely the advantage of a smaller size but it has a compromised memory space as well. Thats why how to install memory in a laptop is a very common question. Installing the memory of a laptop is a very easy process. One can do it by just inverting the laptop and working through the memory access point. The prerequisite to install memory is the availability of a memory access panel otherwise the expert hands of a technician would be required.

The first step is to locate the access panel. It is at the base of the laptop near the battery chamber. If you find one in your laptop then the installation part would be a cake walk for you.

Switch off your laptop and unplug all the power cords. Unscrew the battery socket's panel and take out the battery. We do it to eliminate the static electric charges which may fatally destroy your memory chips.

Now unscrew the memory access panel and keep the screws as well as the panel at a safe place. Look for any vacant memory slots. If you find one, just get your new memory chip and after aligning the notches of the chip with those of the slot insert the memory chip inside. Place the chip gently in the cavity and screw back the panel.

Just in case you don't see any vacant slot then take out the memory chip that you think doesn't have much of a memory space and insert the new memory chip instead of that.

Remember there are two kinds of slots- One which is permanent like a rail and you need to slide in and slide out the chips slowly. Keep the notches aligned otherwise the memory chips won't work. The second kinds are those which are vertically movable and one can slide out the memory chip only by pulling up the slot at an angle of 45 degree.

Once you have put the memory chip inside, place the slot plate nicely in the cavity of memory unit and put back the panel and screw it. Don't forget to put the battery in place and screw its panel. Now, you can switch on your laptop and the new memory chip would be instantly recognized, just in case not then go to the BIOS of your laptop and update the change.

Now when your question on how to install memory in a laptop has been answered, why not give it a try. It is very simple. A few simple but delicate steps and you are through with the process. Thats it!