Nylon Pry Tool - necessary for upgrade?

[ManhattanPrjct]

I am about to upgrade the RAM on my 2011 MBP, and I noticed on OWC's videos that this time around they are recommending the temporary removal of the battery connector with a "nylon pry tool." I didn't do this on the 2010 model I had done for a friend and according to him it works just fine.

Assuming it's now necessary to disconnect that connector, do you really need a "nylon pry tool," or is there a household tool/object that would be a serviceable substitute?

 

[snaky69]

I am about to upgrade the RAM on my 2011 MBP, and I noticed on OWC's videos that this time around they are recommending the temporary removal of the battery connector with a "nylon pry tool." I didn't do this on the 2010 model I had done for a friend and according to him it works just fine.

Assuming it's now necessary to disconnect that connector, do you really need a "nylon pry tool," or is there a household tool/object that would be a serviceable substitute?

Something thin and non-conductive will do perfectly fine. Disconnecting the battery isn't necessary, but it's a good idea.

 

[ManhattanPrjct]

Something thin and non-conductive will do perfectly fine. Disconnecting the battery isn't necessary, but it's a good idea.

Hmm, plastic utensil, perhaps?

 

[Ant.honey]

fingernail works fine.

 

[snaky69]

Hmm, plastic utensil, perhaps?

That would probably work nicely.

 

[bobcan]

Not 'necessary' but better.. some folks use a 'crescent wrench' or a pair of pliers in places they shouldn't too!!

 

[Steve's Barber]

on OWC's videos that this time around they are recommending the temporary removal of the battery connector with a "nylon pry tool."

That's just so you don't sue 'em should you have problems. I'm surprised they don't wear safety goggles and have somebody standing by with a fire extinquisher.

Assuming it's now necessary to disconnect that connector, do you really need a "nylon pry tool," or is there a household tool/object that would be a serviceable substitute?

It is necessary. Use the handle of a plastic fork. It's not on very tight. Just don't forget to reconnect it again before closing up.

 

[Ccrew]

Not 'necessary' but better.. some folks use a 'crescent wrench' or a pair of pliers in places they shouldn't too!!

Silly people. two tools when vice grips will work just fine