Macintosh Powerbook 5300cs RAM Replacement

Step 1 Macintosh Powerbook 5300cs RAM Replacement

• The battery compartment is located in the front-right side of the laptop. The battery should be located inside this compartment.
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Step 2

• To insert the battery, gently slide it into the compartment until it clicks in place.
• To remove, slide the button highlighted in the red rectangle to the right to release the battery and slide it from the compartment.
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Step 3
• With the laptop upside down and with the battery removed, use a Torx #9 screw driver to remove the three .84 in. screws shown.
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Step 4
• Carefully pull up on the front of the keyboard to pop it out from the case.
• Then slide the back out so the keyboard becomes nearly free.
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Step 5
• Disconnect the ribbon that is connecting the keyboard to the rest of the computer.
• Pull the keyboard out and repair or replace as needed.
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Step 6
• Remove the RAM board located underneath the keyboard by carefully popping it out from its connection. Reinstall or replace as necessary.
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