MacBook Pro 13" Unibody Mid 2009 RAMInstallation

Upgrading 13" MacBook Pro Mid 2009 RAM.

Written By: Dozuki System

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INTRODUCTION

Accessing the RAM in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly.

TOOLS:Phillips #00 Screwdriver (1)Spudger (1)

PARTS:RAM Upgrade Kit (1)

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Step 1 — Lower Case

Remove the following 10 screwssecuring the lower case to theMacBook Pro 13" Unibody:

Seven 3 mm Phillips screws.

Three 13.5 mm Phillips screws.

Step 2

Slightly lift the lower case and pushit toward the rear of the computer tofree the mounting tabs.

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Step 3 — Battery

For precautionary purposes, weadvise that you disconnect thebattery connector from the logicboard to avoid any electricaldischarge. This step is optional andis not required.

Use the flat end of a spudger to liftthe battery connector up out of itssocket on the logic board.

Step 4 — RAM Installation

Release the tabs on each side of themodule by simultaneously pushingeach tab away from the RAM.

These tabs lock the module in placeand releasing them will cause themodule to "pop" up.

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

Step 5

After the RAM module has poppedup, pull it straight out of its socket.

Repeat this process if a secondRAM module is installed.

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