“How much memory can I put into this system , and is it like other Lenovos that require darn near complete disassembly to do so ?”
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Not 'darn near complete disassembly' to access the one stick of RAM for replacement. I just did it, and I'm not a technician. The laptop comes with two 4GB sticks of RAM-one is not replaceable, the other one is IMHO easily replaced by removing the 15 screws, the DVD drive (just to get it out of the way and not fall on the floor), and splitting apart the case. If you add an 8GB stick, you will have 12 GB total. If you add a 16GB stick, you will have 20 GB total. Those are the only options. I did the 8GB stick and subjectively feel the laptop is a bit smoother.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.This model is not user upgradable. A certified technician must do all of the work, so as to not void the warranty. This configuration ships with 4GB of RAM soldered to the motherboard and an additional 4GB of RAM in the one memory slot within this device. Your certified technician can replace the 4GB RAM stick in the one memory slot with an 8GB RAM stick for a system total of 12GB RAM.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I've seen a total of 12, 16, 20 gb of ram, not sure which is correct, but only one slot for a card, 4gb is mounted down to the motherboard. remove the 15 screws out of the back and slot a fingernail or other flat skinny object between the two pieces to separate the back section. I believe the right to repair act allows the owner to repair and upgrade electronics without any impact on warranty. This is not the information the Lenovo Expert is giving out. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronics_right_to_repair
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