Is Memory Upgradeable? Has anybody actually performed this upgrade?
1082583
If you are interested in upgrading the RAM (always a good idea), why are you even considering this PC? In terms of it's upgrade potential, this PC is a white elephant.
1638429
I think "yes." I believe this is the model I ordered back when (it's not here at the moment for me to check), but I upgraded the memory. As I recall, though, it comes with 2 Gig hardwired in, and then a 2 Gig expansion memory card. To put new memory in you have to remove the existing expansion card. To upgrade you can only order 4 Gig or 8 Gig, and so the total (with the hardwired 2 Gig) winds up being either 6 Gig or 10 Gig.
1262078
The steps to install the memory may be in the instruction manual for the PC. Or, at the dell.com website, you should be able to find a PDF of it. In the past, I've been able to find information on the Internet by using a search engine (like yahoo.com) to search for my PC's model number and words such as "how to" and "memory upgrade". I've even been able to find short videos on YouTube that have shown how to do the upgrade for my specific PC.
1007665
Yes you will need to replace the memory installed to upgrade to higher memory. Be sure it is compatible!! Once done go to setup let it recognize the new memory and boot to windows.
719144
Thank you for you reply.I guess I wasn't clear on what I was asking.Is the notebook upgradeable to 2 GB Ram? [it uses 200 pin 667,pc5300 memory] Is it hard or easy to open the case and get at the memory stick?Will it void my warranty? I'm afraid Crucial can't help me with these questions.
1822808
Yes, I upgraded mine. Just remember it's a memory hog so hopefully you don't have a 16GB device with little storage. I have a 32GB device.
198766
Not sure how many memory slots it has, as I've never opened the computer. Frankly, unless I was an expert at tearing these things down and building them up, I would not upgrade the RAM; which I'm not sure is possible.
311748
to my knowledge it is not possible to upgrade the memory. upgrading the hard drive is extrem expensive because asus uses its own SATA type.you better buy a zenbook with 256GB hard drive (they are available for around 1000 USD)
906191
The system memory is soldered to the logic board. It is not user upgrade able. The solid state drive is interchangeable/upgradeable.
542095
The easiest way I've found is go to your search engine and type in the make and model of your device followed by memory upgrade instructions. You'll go to a host of instruction sites.
1271215
Yes, you are missing thing - dual channel mode for the memory access. Just google for "Single memory vs dual channel". You may get in average 10-20% performance boost but if you decide to upgrade kit, you cant simply add new RAM, as both slots are used by kit.
719145
It is very easy to upgrade ram. I just did it and did not even look at a guide.Note that there is only one SO_DIMM slot, so you cannot buy a 1 gb stick and add on. I swapped out the 1 gb stick mine came with, with onee of two 2 gb sticks on my thinkpad. better value all round.also, i just read online that asus changed their policy of treating ram upgrade as voiding warranty. not sure though.
938139
Update (since I previously said it WAS expandable): When I talked to a rep a couple of weeks ago, I was assured that the RAM was upgradeable, but it might have to go to one of their service centers. Just called in, and the sales rep said 2 gb was the max (BUT it was obvious she was just reading the same site info that I already had in front of me). Frustrating.
120746
You can upgrade past 8gb. I currently have 12gb installed. My guess is 16gb is the maximum with 8gb per slot.
1231425
Yes, it's a really easy upgrade to 8GB. There's one slot, take 2GB out and put the 8GB stick in.
442092
According to the manual, it looks like you can, as long as you pair the memory modules correctly(new ones together, old ones together), but I am not sure how that will affect performance. For an extra $40 I bought the extra 1 GB so they are all the same. I would refer to your manual for more information.
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Shouldn't be a problem, just purchase another 8gb stick. Also agree with the other answer an ssd is a much better way to upgrade this notebook. I talk about this in my review. About the other answer though, he/she indicates two ram slots are in use. At least in mine it came with one 8gb stick instead of two 4gb sticks.