Ifixit Mac Mini Late 2012 Ram Replacement Instructions

IFIXIT Mac mini Late 2012 RAM Replacement Instructions

INTRODUCTION

Removing the RAM is an easy task that requires no tools.

PARTS:

• file:///Store/Mac/Mac-mini-Late-2012-Memory-Maxxer-RAM-Upgrade-Kit/IF171-042 (1)
• file:///Store/Mac/PC3L-12800-2-GB-RAM-Chip/IF111-042 (1)
• file:///Store/Mac/PC3L-12800-4-GB-RAM-Chip/IF111-043(1)
• file:///Store/Mac/PC3L-12800-8-GB-RAM-Chip/IF111-044 (1)

Bottom Cover

Step 1

• Place your thumbs in the depressions cut into the bottom cover.
• Rotate the bottom cover counter-clockwise until the white dot painted on the bottom cover is aligned with the ring inscribed on the outer case.
• You do not need to apply much downward pressure while turning.
  
  

Step 2 

• Tilt the mini enough to allow the bottom cover to fall away from the outer case.
• Remove the bottom cover and set it aside.
  

RAM

Step 3

• Release the tabs on each side of the RAM chip by simultaneously pushing each tab away from the chip.
• These tabs lock the chip in place and releasing them will cause the chip to “pop” up.
• After the RAM chip has popped up, pull it straight out of its socket.
• Repeat this process if a second RAM chip is installed.
  
  

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