How to open Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 (AMD) – disassembly and upgrade options

Ensure the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6 (AMD) is powered off and placed on a soft, clean surface to prevent scratches or damage.
Remove the 9 Phillips-head screws from the bottom of the laptop.
Use a plastic tool to gently pop the bottom plate off, starting from the back of the laptop.

Hint: Be careful when prying 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 five Phillips-head screws securing the battery to the laptop’s chassis, then lift the 45Wh battery away from the device.
Carefully untangle the speaker cables from the battery housing to completely free the battery.

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

More info: The standard 45Wh battery provides up to 11 hours and 7 minutes of web browsing or 7 hours and 42 minutes of video playback. An optional 60Wh variant is available for extended use.

Memory Upgrade

Locate the two SODIMM slots available for memory upgrades.
Upgrade or install up to 64GB of DDR4-3200MHz RAM in dual-channel mode to enhance the laptop’s multitasking capabilities and performance.

Hint: Maximizing the laptop’s memory through dual-channel configuration can significantly improve performance.

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Storage Upgrade

Identify the two M.2 slots compatible with 2280 Gen 4 SSDs. Note that the actual speed will be limited to Gen 3 standards due to AMD platform limitations.
Consider upgrading the storage with a new NVMe SSD to increase storage capacity or improve system responsiveness and load times. There is a small cooling pad below the preinstalled NVMe for optimal thermal management.
Choose and purchase a new drive when needed. Don’t forget to check out our Top M.2 SSDs Performance Rankings.

More info: Utilizing both M.2 slots can significantly enhance the laptop’s storage performance and capacity.

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Examining the Cooling System

Review the cooling system, which includes a single fan, two long heat pipes, a top-mounted heat sink, and a heat spreader, designed to efficiently manage the thermal output of the laptop, especially considering its integrated video card.