bkaras said:
4:00 AM 3/18/2007
This is a relatively easy operation -- I think. I have a Dell Inspiron
8600 Laptop bought during August, 2004 and I want to increase the RAM
from 512 to 1024:
1. How would I do so?
By carefully following the instructions in the manual that came with
the laptop.
2. Should I use Dell RAM?
Dell doesn't make RAM; all they'd do is sell you some other
manufacturer's product at a noticeable mark-up. Shop around.
It is absolutely essential that any new RAM module(s) be fully
compatible with both the motherboard and/or any other RAM module(s)
already in the system. Additionally, there are sometimes jumper
switches on older motherboards that need to be reset for new RAM
configurations. Consult your motherboard's manual or the
manufacturer's web site for specific instructions and compatibility
requirements.
If you cannot lay your hands upon the computer's manual and the
manufacturer doesn't provide a support web site, you can use these
utilities to help determine the correct type of RAM needed:
SiSoft's Sandra
http://www.sisoftware.co.uk/index.php?dir=&location=sware_dl&lang=en
Belarc Advisor
http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
Unlimited Possibilities' AIDA32
http://forum.aumha.org/overflow/aida32.zip
Also, Crucial Memory's web site (
www.crucial.com) has a database
to help to find the right RAM for your specific make and model
computer and/or motherboard.
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