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If you need to replace or upgrade the RAM of your Lenovo ThinkPad T480 laptop, this guide will help.
The RAM or random access memory serves as temporary storage and working space for the laptop’s operating system and applications. It is much faster for reading and writing than other storage mediums such as a hard drive or an SSD. However, the data stored in RAM will disappear as soon as the RAM does not receive power, whether that is due to a power outage or a dead battery.
If your RAM is faulty, you might experience random crashes or reboots. You could also experience distorted graphics, failure to boot or repeated long beeping sounds.
If you would like to upgrade the RAM on your ThinkPad T480, you can use up to 32GB max / 2400MHz DDR4. It is dual-channel capable and has two DDR4 SO-DIMM sockets.
Prior to beginning this repair, be sure to disable the internal battery, shut down the laptop and disconnect from the external power source.
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Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the two 4.6 mm screws securing the internal battery to the frame.
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Pull the black plastic sheet back to reveal the RAM stick.
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Using your fingers, pull the metal arms (located on both sides of the RAM stick) slightly away from it .
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
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Nice one Sarah! Straightforward install of additional RAM following these instructions - one thing I noted is that I don't have an internal battery, it's just a placeholder, so I left it out, thanks again ;)
Hi @raj61669 I know your comment is over a year old but thank you for the feedback! I'm glad the guide was helpful : )
Great guide! Just update T480 from original 8GB to 32GB!
One thing to point out is that on my T480, after loosening all of the screws there was an area of the back cover the was in the middle, in the rear next to the battery compartment that required an uncomfortable amount of pull to ultimately disconnect and remove the back cover from the chassis of the T480... So be careful but forceful! Thanks! :-)
Hi @myfixit63593 Sorry it took me so long to reply. Thanks for your feedback and the tip! This is an important warning for other fixers : )
