So to clarify your RAM socket lock clips are worn or the socket it’s self is distorted. While a new logic board might help lets see if we can save you a few bucks here.
* Sometimes wedging a piece of a credit card stock between the socket wall and the clip can force it more forward so the edge of the SO-DIMM is captured.
* To deal with a distorted socket (the logic board has warped due to heat) try loosing the screws a 1/4 turn.
So to clarify your RAM socket lock clips are worn or the socket it’s self is distorted. While a new logic board might help lets see if we can save you a few bucks here.
* Sometimes wedging a piece of a credit card stock between the socket wall and the clip can force it more forward so the edge of the SO-DIMM is captured.
* To deal with a distorted socket (the logic board has warped due to heat) try loosing the screws a 1/4 turn.