Open Settings and go to the System tab. Click About to open your laptop’s information page. Look at Installed RAM under Device specifications. If you need more storage space, look into installing an SSD in your laptop.

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Upgrading your RAM is a great way to optimize your laptop for gaming.

Avoid environmental factors that might generate static electricity, like carpet and rugs. Keep all electrical components in their ESD-safe packaging until you’re ready to install them. You can wear an ESD grounding wristband to prevent discharge during the installation process.

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You can skip this step if your battery can’t be removed.

Your laptop’s RAM slots might only be accessible by removing the entire bottom panel on your laptop. Refer to your laptop’s manual for information on safely removing the panel and working inside your computer. If you’re removing the bottom panel, you could clean the inside with compressed air while it’s open.

Handle memory modules by their short-side edges. Don’t touch the surface mounted components or the gold pins on the module. {“smallUrl”:“https://www. wikihow. com/images/thumb/c/cf/Increase-Laptop-Memory-Step-8Bullet1. jpg/v4-460px-Increase-Laptop-Memory-Step-8Bullet1. jpg”,“bigUrl”:"/images/thumb/c/cf/Increase-Laptop-Memory-Step-8Bullet1. jpg/v4-728px-Increase-Laptop-Memory-Step-8Bullet1. jpg",“smallWidth”:460,“smallHeight”:345,“bigWidth”:728,“bigHeight”:546,“licensing”:"<div class="mw-parser-output">

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Looking for more ways to increase your productivity? Try connecting your laptop to a second monitor!