10. Remove the middle cover (see Middle cover on page 61).
11. Remove the fans (see Fans on page 70).
12. Remove the system board (see System board on page 72).
Remove the memory module:
1. Use a thin tool (1) to lift the memory shield, and then remove the shield (2).
2. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module.
(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
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