How to upgrade RAM on ASUSTOR AS6508T NAS
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Rich Edmonds
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The ASUSTOR AS6508T NAS has upgradable RAM with two slots ready for up to 64GB of memory. 8GB comes pre-installed, so you'll want to buy a kit of two modules if you're planning to upgrade. Here's how to do it.
Products used in this guide
- Serious NAS: ASUSTOR AS6508T ($1,097 at Newegg)
- Improve performance: Kingston KVR26S19D8 16GB RAM ($81 at Newegg)
How to upgrade the RAM
- Remove the three small screws on the rear of the NAS, using a Philips screwdriver.
- Extract the outer shell by pushing towards the rear and lift the panel up.
- Locate the two RMA slots on the left-side of the inner chassis.
- Remove the existing RAM module by unlatching the secured clip.
- Install the RAM modules and secure them in place with the clips.
- Re-install the outer shell.
- Secure the NAS together with the three small screws removed in step 1.
Boot up the NAS and check the system status to make sure all modules are read correctly.
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Senior Editor, PC Build
Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
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