To upgrade the RAM to 8GB will I have to buy an 8GB kit or would I be able to just add a 2GB stick?
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It depends on how many memory slots you have. If the laptop only has 2 memory slots, you'll need (2) 4-gig sticks to get max memory. You have to divide the max memory capacity by the number of RAM slots you have.
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See what type of RAM stick your computer has and match it to that. That is what I did when I upgraded to 2GB, also find out what is the maximum ram your computer can handle and upgrade it to that. Hope this helps you.
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Hi, you can check this article on how to upgrade RAM https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/41424/c/65,66/kw/how%20to%20upgrade%20RAM/session/L3RpbWUvMTQyMDY1NzQyNi9zaWQvRjJENTRUYm0%3D Thanks -Sean
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If you want to upgrade from 4GB of Ram to 8GB of Ram make sure you purchase one DDR3L memory stick. If you do not get the chip with L at end of DDR3 it won't work. You only need one chip to upgrade, that's what I did. I now have 8GB of RAM/
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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.
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1 4GB kit would max the ram capacity in theory, but you can add a 8GB and make the system 12GB. I have seen this work and Windows recognizes this with no problem. Apparently the empty slot can accommodate max 8GB. The system has one empty slot.
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Yes, but here's the deal - - if you already have 4GB and want to upgrade to 8GB, make sure both memory modules are the same (speed, legacy, etc) so they are sure to work well together and that you will benefit from the new ram. If you cannot find a mem module that is the same as the one currently installed, then it would be best to buy 2 x 4GB mods that are identical. I found the Hynix ram to be an excellent product.
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Hey Brad, I recently upgraded my RAM using this stick http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EOUFEG2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ... Worked perfect for me. Haven't experienced any compatibility issues!
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I think it can take up to four gigs of RAM. Mine only came with one though.
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That's up to you, but remember RAM runs at the speed of the slowest chip. So if your 2GB is slow, your new Ram will run slow. Going from 2GB to 8GB is a big jump, so you could probably even just take out the 2GB and be fine. It also depends on if you want to upgrade later. Good luck!
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I do not believe the RAM can be upgraded. Not sure about any other hardware.
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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.
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I can't actually answer your question (yet, going to install soon) however since the upgrade to 2gb (via two 1gb chips) is only around $30 here on amazon it seems silly not to upgrade.. also waiting on my memory so I'll post back with my experiences :)
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If you want 8gb of ram total, then it would be best to go with 2x4gb instead of just one module of 8gb.
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Could you personally upgrade the RAM? Only if you know how to do it and can solder. I wouldn't try 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.
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Hello a kit mean comes with 2 8gb totaling 16gbs. If you have 4 slots you can go up to 4 8gb's totaling 32gbs. You need to have widows 7 64 bits to be able to use all 32gbs. You only need that much ram if you are doing video or heavy photoshop work. Also if you do autocad then you would use that much. If only doing games, e-mails normal things then 8gb's is more than enough. The Crucial sticks I got are working very well. Hope this helps.