Replace Memory on Asus All-In-One ET2010AG

[allanc]

The user guide does not mention how to replace the memory in this all-in-one and I cannot locate the technician's manual.
Does anyone know if it is 'just' a matter of removing some screws and the ram is easily accessible or does it involve more of a disassembly?

 

[altrenda]

Here is the manual, http://www.asus.com/AllinOne_PCs/EeeTop_PC_ET2010AG/HelpDesk_Manual/
EDIT. I am guessing this is the User manual you already have.

Also, found this https://www.avforums.com/threads/how-to-install-ram-on-a-asus-et2010ag-all-in-one.1803131/

"Can we replace or upgrade memory by ourselves?
Solution
Only on ET2400 series AIOs, users can replace or upgrade the memory though the memory door and please refer the user manual to do.

If users need replace or upgrade memory on other models of All-in-one PC, please visit an authorized service center or retailer."

 

[Markverhyden]

Beat me to it.

 

[altrenda]

Just practicing my google fu on a Sunday morning

 

[Markverhyden]

You are one with the goo!!! LOL!!!

 

[allanc]

Here is the manual, http://www.asus.com/AllinOne_PCs/EeeTop_PC_ET2010AG/HelpDesk_Manual/
EDIT. I am guessing this is the User manual you already have.

Also, found this https://www.avforums.com/threads/how-to-install-ram-on-a-asus-et2010ag-all-in-one.1803131/

"Can we replace or upgrade memory by ourselves?
Solution
Only on ET2400 series AIOs, users can replace or upgrade the memory though the memory door and please refer the user manual to do.

If users need replace or upgrade memory on other models of All-in-one PC, please visit an authorized service center or retailer."

Thank you for the suggestion.
Yes, the link is to the 'User Manual' which I had already downloaded and RAM upgrades are not mentioned in terms of DYI or talking the unit to an authorized service centre.
Very strange for the later.
Also, I think that the unit is out of warranty so we are not concerned about voiding the warranty.
Hence the question as to the amount of disassembly required

 

[allanc]

Just practicing my google fu on a Sunday morning

I hope that 'fu' isn't an abbreviation for ...

 

[altrenda]

google fu. just like kung fu, only with a keyboard., lol
If I have time, I try to see if I can find answers to questions to see how good my search skills are.
There are several here, like Mark, who seem to be able to find anything. I'm not there, yet.

If there isn't a memory door on this one, it looks like you get to remove a lot of screws and crack open the case. Hopefully, they haven't followed Apple's lead and soldered the ram to the board.

 

[allanc]

google fu. just like kung fu, only with a keyboard., lol
If I have time, I try to see if I can find answers to questions to see how good my search skills are.
There are several here, like Mark, who seem to be able to find anything. I'm not there, yet.

If there isn't a memory door on this one, it looks like you get to remove a lot of screws and crack open the case. Hopefully, they haven't followed Apple's lead and soldered the ram to the board.

I think that it would be best to avoid offering to do the upgrade unless someone here can definitely say that it is relatively 'simple'.
BTW - my girlfriend's nickname is 'The Google Queen'.
She is my research and marketing assistant.

 

[altrenda]

Sometimes the most profitable jobs are the ones we don't take.
One of my favorite sayings in this business is "Just because it CAN be done, doesn't mean it SHOULD be done"

 

[allanc]

Sometimes the most profitable jobs are the ones we don't take.

Right but this client will ask for a fixed price.
I have found the RAM but the labour portion is a big unknown.

 

[Markverhyden]

Right but this client will ask for a fixed price.
I have found the RAM but the labour portion is a big unknown.

Do you have the machine in hand? Look around the back and sides. If there are a number of screws, say 6 or more, then it's possible that the back cover is mechanically fastened to the machine. Is it very thin? If so, it may have a lot of adhesive which will be very tricky.

But also be aware the manufacturers don't do logical things. Take Apple for instance. Many of their iMac models required the front bezel and then the LCD to be removed to get access to guts.

 

[allanc]

Do you have the machine in hand? Look around the back and sides. If there are a number of screws, say 6 or more, then it's possible that the back cover is mechanically fastened to the machine. Is it very thin? If so, it may have a lot of adhesive which will be very tricky.

But also be aware the manufacturers don't do logical things. Take Apple for instance. Many of their iMac models required the front bezel and then the LCD to be removed to get access to guts.

No, the computer is at the client.
I am fairly certain that they won't want me bringing it to my shop or opening it twice, etc.
I really don't want to buy the RAM on speculation .