Can you upgrade the RAM on this laptop? If so what would be the appropriate amount of RAM that could be installed without making the computer crash?
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16 gb-- 2 8 gb sticks. The computer won't crash from having too much ram - the system will just not recognize more than 16 gb.
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 ).
2251909
Could you personally upgrade the RAM? Only if you know how to do it and can solder. I wouldn't try it.
1816524
Here is the RAM I purchased and installed: Corsair 4GB (1x4GB) DDR3 1333 MHz (PC3 10666) Laptop Memory (CMSO4GX3M1A1333C9)
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)
950535
I have done both plus upgraded the ram. Just remember u void the warranty if you do
261504
yes, undo 4 screws and add a stick of laptop memory. there are videos on youtube how to do it. very simple.
1226227
The motherboard on this laptop can only support 8GB of ram at the max, I currently have 8GB in my laptop at this moment
1712535
Yes. Can upgrade to max of 8 G of ram. Computer comes with 6 G of ram, a 2 G and a 4 G stick. You would have to remove to 2 G stick and replace with another 4 G for max of 8 G. I don't know if the upgrade would be worth the money. Works good with the installed 6 G of ram.
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Personally, for what I got this for, 4GB is way more than enough (it's not a gaming PC, though it can handle games on low-to-medium graphic settings). Apparently though, the RAM is soldered onboard. So while I'm not sure whether the motherboard can handle upgrades, it's probably quite a job if it's possible.
1944602
I have not had the need to upgrade, but I know when I bought it there were options on how much RAM so I assume it can be upgraded after purchase. My experience is that unlike desktops, a laptop should be worked on by a professional unless you are really comfortable opening them up.
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even if it is possible, i wouldn't do that, the ram and processor are soldered, and is probable that they don't match the electronic and physical charactaristics of the laptop's mainboard, lost of warranty, etc... maybe a better idea for improving performance is change the mechanical hard drive for a ssd, it's effective, quicker, simpler and cheaper
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.
1589920
I think that it is optimal to buy this computer and a separate SSD 128GB, and replace the original 500GB, with that and a memory of 8GB DDR3 would be a bullet. best regards (sorry my bad english)
110986
the best thing I can say is look up the ram specks for your laptop. I had to return the ram cards because of wrong specs.
1212399
Hello Carlos, This laptop has 2 Memory slots and it can support RAM up to 8GB DDR3. Currently it has 1 slot occupied by a 4GB chip and the other slot is empty. Please let me know if you have any more questions! Sincerely, Rafael
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Can anyone provide the link for the RAM? I don't know much about computers in general and I don't want to buy the wrong ram...Thanks in advance!