How to open ASUS Vivobook 17 F1704 (X1704) – disassembly and upgrade options

Ensure the ASUS Vivobook 17 F1704 (X1704) is powered off and placed on a soft, clean surface to prevent scratches or damage.
Remove the 11 Phillips-head screws from the bottom of the laptop.
Use a plastic tool to gently pry the bottom panel off, starting from one of the top two corners.

Hint: Be careful during this process to avoid damaging the internal clips or the laptop casing.

Step 2: Removing the Battery

Disconnect the battery by pulling out its connector from the motherboard.
Remove the 4 Phillips-head screws securing the battery to the laptop’s chassis, then lift the 50Wh battery away from the device.

Caution: Handle the battery and its connector with care to avoid any damage.

More info: The 50Wh battery provides up to 7 hours and 9 minutes of web browsing or video playback, offering satisfactory battery life for daily usage.

Memory Upgrade

Identify the SODIMM slot for memory expansion. The laptop comes with either 4 or 8GB of soldered DDR4 RAM, and the SODIMM slot allows for an additional up to 16GB of DDR4 RAM.
Note that while the RAM stick is rated at 3200MHz, it operates at 2666MHz frequency due to system limitations.

Hint: Upgrading the RAM can significantly enhance the laptop’s multitasking capabilities and overall performance.

You can buy DDR4 RAM modules here: Buy from Amazon.co.uk (#CommissionsEarned)

Storage Upgrade

Locate the M.2 slot compatible with Gen 4 SSDs for a high-speed storage upgrade.
Consider installing a new NVMe SSD to enhance the laptop’s storage capacity and speed.

You can buy Gen 4 M.2 SSD modules here: Buy from Amazon.co.uk (#CommissionsEarned)

Examining the Cooling System

Inspect the cooling system, which includes one fan, one long heat pipe, a single heat sink, and a heat spreader, designed to efficiently manage the thermal output of the device.