can you upgrade the memory
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Matthew Smith, Yes you can. The maximum memory capacity for the system is 16GB. Please note that the proper installation of memory or any other component that does not damage the system will *not* void the warranty on the computer.
1948288
I do not believe the RAM can be upgraded. Not sure about any other hardware.
1185834
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.
101533
better answer after looking at the screw schematic, there's no easy way to upgrade the memory or storage. That's because the battery is hidden away inside the case, and there's no access panel for removing parts for repair or upgrade.
814012
If you bought 8GB of RAM, you are in good shape in terms of working memory that is active at one time. You can upgrade if you didn't get 8 gb. As to storage memory, the 256 solid state hard drive or the 500gb or larger drives should be ample. If not, external storage is probably the best way to upgrade.
1782193
you would need to get the mother board spec sheet to see if you can upgrade your memory first, and also what kind of memory slots you have available. Or, take out a memory sim and record the make, speed, and slot type to replace with the same speed and type just make sure it's more.
1653352
Memory can be upgraded in increments of four or eight gig chips of RAM. I replaced the two four gig chips with four eight gig chips maxing it out with thirty two. Machine has four memory chip slots.
2076600
You can install a maximum of 16GB RAM memory. The mother board has 2 slots.
1439943
Unfortunately no. Your motherboard is rated at a maximum of only 2GB. You could try, but chances are your computer will not start or you'll be wasting 2 out of 4GB of memory. You CAN upgrade from the 1GB to 2GB that everyone has been doing, though, but be warned: The process on your particular model is a rather tricky one. It involves removing the back panel, your keyboard, and screws on the bottom and underneath the keyboard. You can find tutorials on how to do it, but I just want you to be fore-warned.
2153056
It's very easy to upgrade. There is a plate on the bottom front of the laptop that has two screws on one end and then tabs on the other end where you can slip a small flat blade screwdriver on each of the three tabs and gently lift up. The two DIMM slots feed your new memory just like any other soDimm. I just checked to make sure. I already have two 4GB cards in mine, so I'm happy.
27841
It appears that you can. I can't remember if there are 2 slots or just 1 for the RAM, but on some how-to videos I found on similar x51 models, you can upgrade to 16 gb.
1580427
Yes you can. There are two memory slots and you can put 8GB in each, but you will discard of sell the original 4GB
1005297
You can actually upgrade to 12GB with an additional 8GB module, I have done it. works fine.
2140152
I can't find anything specific regarding upgrading the memory, so my guess is that the memory can't be upgraded.
1893785
Yes. You can switch the 2 gb for a 4gb if you want to improve performance. The computer will not recognize any more than that though.
764935
Hi, Yes, it can be upgraded. 8GB max / PC3-12800 1600MHz DDR3L, non-parity, two 204-pin SODIMM sockets It comes with: 11b/g/n, PCIe Half Mini Card, ThinkPad 11b/g/n, 1x1, Wi-Fi + Bluetooth combo adapter
239950
yes you can but.... it'll take some effort on your part. you'll need to upgrade the RAM to a minimum of 2GB. once that's done it will install. getting the installer for ML might be a bit tough but it will do it.