How hard is it to upgrade the RAM in this machine?
1819699
Very easy. Back comes off with 3 screws and a snap cover. Metal cage pops off over ram. Be gentle.
2196702
The ram can be updated to 4GB but only if you take it to a service center as the ram is soldered onto the motherboard
1575340
I haven't done it yet, but it shouldnt't affect your ability to upgrade your ram. If anything it will only help your performance.
1641184
RAM on this unit is soldered to the motherboard. No user upgrade possible. But you could upgrade the drive (SSD).
224598
Thanks a lot for your response Askal, I have a core i7 2.98 Ghz with 4 GB RAM I will get the unit.
2067072
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.
1426766
Some components (memory, disk, graphics) are easy to upgrade, the motherboard is replaceable, but is a customized version....
210670
No. The RAM is soldered to the motherboard, so expansion is not a realistic option.
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
826277
Yes the ram can be changed. Th graphics can be changed but the card would take an expansion slot unless you purchase the pc without the integrated video card.
1284402
I have found no way to do that. I've searched the forums and no one has attempted this yet. You can upgrade the SSD, but need to get the cover off for that. At the same time, the stock RAM has been just fine for my enterprise computing needs. If you are looking for a hardcore gamer or CAD, then this isn't the machine for you.
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Melder you might want to prepare as there is now a review on cnet.com where the reviewer states his unit comes with 1GB welded on and no way to update it to 2gb. Please post your findings when you get your unit and I hope the RAM is upgradeable!
1177409
Good question.I bought the same PC, just a step down though. The one that I purchased came pre-installed with 6GB of RAM. Amazon claimed 8GB was the max. I upgraded with no problem.From the experience I've had with Amazon, they're good about providing the correct information in the product description (I've only seen one instance where it wasn't). IMO you shouldn't have any trouble with upgrading.Hopefully this helps.
1654420
On the bottom edge of the monitor, between the speakers, there is a panel held in with a screw. Under this panel are two slots for Ram. You can upgrade it up to 16 GB max. It takes about 15 minutes. I bought mine here on Amazon. If you have the new version that came out in 2013 with the thinner monitor and no hard drive, then you have to take the monitor apart.
2045332
No, you cannot upgrade the processor as far as I know. It is not intended for intensive workload although it is much better than regular desktop PCs even if these have more CPU processing power. The reason being that it is designed as a server. It runs very efficiently 24/7 and is mostly silent. You can add more RAM but it is recommended that you use a server graded module.
611997
to the best of my knowledge, your machine will take a maximum of 8gb of ram (DDR2)...that (should) means a pair of 4gb sticks...I do not know if your computer came with a pair of 1.5's or a single 3gb stick...check out what is inside the computer...just Google "how to remove/replace the RAM in (your model)...it's simple to do. It is costly however for DDR2's (probably $100 or more each). good luck
991102
You don't need special RAM to run this processor, if your motherboard supports this processor then the installed RAM will also support it...