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    Upgrading the Ram in 17R - N7110

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by MSGaldenzi, Aug 1, 2011.

  1. MSGaldenzi

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    Is there a trick to getting the service panel off? From what I can see there is only one screw. I have the battery off and have unscrewed the screw to its max setting. I tried to pry the panel open with a flat head and am fearing that I am going to destroy something. Is there a hidden screw or a trick to it? I feel like an idiot... but I cant seem to find a manual online or any sort of help. I didn't want to get mad and "hulk smash" anything, so thats why I am asking. Thanks in advance.
     
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    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    Documentation

    From the Dell Service manuals. Just carefully pry it with your fingers.
     
    Tsunade_Hime, Aug 1, 2011
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    I looked everywhere for that document... ugh... Thanks. I guess I just gotta force it a little harder. I started to actually bend the plastic, thats why I got intimidated. Thanks again Tsunade
     
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    Yup, That did it. All I had to do was really pull hard. It is not "intended" to come out easily.
     
    MSGaldenzi, Aug 1, 2011
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