8GB RAM upgrade? can this laptop really support 8GB ram?
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Crucial says no, but it can if it has the i7 processor. I'm not sure what to believe. I have the laptop and it works great for everything I need it to do. It is a bit hot though and the battery life is pretty weak (but what do you expect considering everthing the laptop has). If you find out whether it can support 8 gig, post it back here.
1880772
My computer has 8GB of ram but Im guessing that it can also come with 4 and then upgraded to 8. I would do two things. Contact the seller or buy the computer and hope that it comes with 8GB of ram. The computer works pretty good. The only gripe is the Microsoft software and it takes a while to figure out.
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This dude says its possible, but i wonder if hes just shooting from the hip. i want to know if someone has actually got 8gb in and running fine. http://www.notebookforums.com/reviews/display-laptop.php?item_id=700
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I've updated my RAM and it was incredibly easy; most online places allow you to look up what memory you will need. I went from the standard 4GB to 10GB (I bought one 8GB stick). There are small screws on the bottom of the laptop (don't lose them!) and then you click out the old memory stick and pop in the new one.I found several videos online that were helpful also!
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I have no issues. But I upgraded the ram to the 16gb max. My son and wife has the same laptop with the factory 8gb and they have no issues with running multiple programs running.
32777
It comes with 8 GB of RAM. Not sure if you can upgrade it but for me 8 was enough. I hope that helps.
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.
885449
This laptop has 12Gb ( 8Gb +4Gb ) on board. You may need to check with MSI if there are 2 empty memory slots under the keyboard ( we think there are not ).
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Yes, I also add a SSD, actually, I dont think you need 16GB RAM, just my advice. :D I guess u can add two RAMs, cuz I dont remember how many slots it has(it is under the keyboard, if u need help to open keyboard, just ask me).The only one problem of dis laptop is system, but I install Windows 8. hmm...I like dis laptop. P.S. it is not too heavy.
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It says max for this laptop is 8GB, but for the CPU it can support 32GB of Mem.There are two slots in the computer so I'd think you could install 16GB.I have this laptop, but don't have the memory to confirm. Would love to hear if anyone has 16GB in this computer to confirm.
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You can upgrade the ram by replacing it--I've done that. In fact, I upgraded to 8gig. However, you actually take the top off and then work your way down from the top until you get to the ram. I used a Youtube video to walk me through it.
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You can upgrade past 8gb. I currently have 12gb installed. My guess is 16gb is the maximum with 8gb per slot.
1701570
Hi, Yes, the maximum RAM supported is 8GB, with one slot available and the other slot is occupied with 4GB RAM. Thanks, PCrush
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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)
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I upgraded to 8GB of memory (2x4G, DDR3 SO-DIMM) like this one http://www.amazon.com/Crucial-PC3-12800-204-Pin-Notebook-CT2KIT51264BF160B/dp/B005LDLVAO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1397079242&sr=8-2&keywords=SO-DIMM+ddr3. The system feels much snapper when many pages are open at the same time. It is easy to upgrade RAM, just remove the four rubber feet and the screws underneath them. Theoretically, the CPU supports 16GB, not sure if the mother board supports that much of memory. If someone has 16GB of memory at hand, please try and report back. The recognized memory size can be found in chrome://system (type it in the url bar).
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In my experiences, when it comes to a laptop's expansionablities, you really can't believe the maker's claims.You have to really install 16/32G of ram to see it recognize. With 64bit OS, I think it can accept at least 8G of ram per slot.BTW, this is overpriced, underperforming (especially 1600 x 900) laptop at this price.DO NOT BUY.
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Yes you can upgrade the memory. If I were to upgrade mine I would use Corsair CMSO8GX3M2A1333C9 or CMSO4GX3M1A1333C9. The Acer Aspire V5 471P has 2 slots and a max total memory of 8GB.