How to open Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-55) – disassembly and upgrade options
Opening the Device
- Undo the 11 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel.
- Pop the zones behind the hinges with a lever tool to create gaps in the top two corners between the chassis and panel.
- Work your way around the sides, the front, and the rear to remove the bottom panel.
More info: The battery is not secured with screws because there is a dedicated socket for it on the inside of the bottom plate.
Battery Removal
- Detach the battery connector from the motherboard.
- Lift the battery away from the base.
Note: The device comes with a 50Wh battery, but an optional 65Wh model is available. The 50Wh battery provides approximately 9 hours of video playback.
Memory Information
- The memory section is covered with foil, and the two SODIMMs can handle up to 64GB of DDR4-3200MHz RAM in dual-channel mode.
- Since the CPU can support up to 96GB, the laptop likely wouldn’t have issues running more than the official manufacturer’s specified limit.
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Storage Upgrade
- Locate the single M.2 slot compatible with Gen 4 SSDs.
- Install the new SSD into the slot.
Hint: Don’t forget to check out our Top M.2 SSDs Performance Rankings for insights on the best storage options available.
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WWAN and Wi-Fi Card
- The WWAN slot for LTE connectivity and the Wi-Fi card are placed near the cooling fan.
Cooling System Overview
- The cooling system is modest, with one fan, two heat pipes, a single top-mounted heat sink, and a heat spreader, which is sufficient for an iGPU-only laptop.
- Ensure all cooling components are clean and free of dust for optimal performance.
Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-55) in-depth review
There are many compact and powerful devices available, making it easy to find the right small machine for your office needs. The Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-55) is a 14-incher that is ready for work on the go. The device is powered by Intel Raptor Lake U-series CPU options. To keep the price at pleasant levels, the manufacturer uses DDR4 memory for this P2 series. Still, you get a pair of SODIMMs which makes the machine future-proof. When you add a good port selection to the mix, things look even better. The connectors are additionally reinforced with metal brackets which can be useful for hars[...]
Pros
- Long battery life given the small capacity of 50Wh - around 9 hours of video playback.
- Comfortable input devices
- Well-priced machine
- Rigid chassis
- 180-degree hinge
- PWM-free (HKC6091)
- Wide viewing angles and a very good contrast ratio of 1840:1 (HKC6091)
- Decent I/O
- Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.1
- Optional fingerprint reader, 1080p@60FPS IR Web camera, Smart Card slot, and LTE functionality
- 2x SODIMMs
- A potent cooling system that allows impressively high CPU clocks during heavy processor stress (~3.00 GHz / 2.10 GHz P and E-core clock)
- Has a MicroSD card slot and optional LTE support
- Good comfort under load
- Dust Defender system
Cons
- High NVMe temperatures during benchmarking
- Plastic build
- Low sRGB coverage (HKC6091)