Dell Precision 5520 Memory Module Replacement

Written By: Johnathan Hammond
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Dell Precision 5520 Memory Module Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

3

Time Required

10 - 20 minutes

Introduction

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    • Be sure to power off and unplug your device before you begin your repair.

    • Turn the system badge flap over (1) and then remove the ten M2x3 screws that secure the base cover to the computer (2).

    • Pry the edges of the base cover and lift it to remove it from the computer.

    • NOTE: Use a Torx #5 screwdriver for the base screws and a Phillips screwdriver for the two M2x8 screws inside the badge flap.

    Dell official maintenance guide is available at: https://dl.dell.com/topicspdf/precision-...

    The base base cover removal is documented in section 'Disassembly and reassembly'.

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    • Disconnect the battery cable from the system board [1].

    • Remove the seven M2x4 screws that secure the battery to the computer [2].

    • Lift the battery off the computer [3].

    • Do not apply pressure to the surface of the battery

    • Do not bend

    • Do not use tools of any kind to pry on or against the battery

    • If a battery cannot be removed within the constraints above, please contact Dell technical support

    Just to note there are two different batteries for this model.

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    Will the BIOS complain that this is not a Dell purchased battery and thus refuse to charge it?

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    • Pry the securing clips away from the memory module until it pops-up [1]. Then, remove the memory module from its connector on the system board [2].

Conclusion

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

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