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    Ram In Laptops

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by alejo, May 18, 2007.

  1. alejo

    alejo Newbie

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    hi, I have a VAIO notebook that it has 512MB of memory.
    I want to know if I can add more RAM..
    the model or serie is VGN-FS840/W.

    tks...
     
    alejo, May 18, 2007
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  2. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Yeap, you can upgrade it.

    You just need sticks of 200pin SoDimm PC4200 533mhz or PC5300 667mhz RAM.
     
    coriolis, May 18, 2007
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  3. alejo

    alejo Newbie

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    ok tks.. now where can I buy it?
    and do you know how much does it cost?
    what is the maximun of RAM memory can I upgrade?
     
    alejo, May 18, 2007
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  4. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I'll answer here instead of the PM you sent me.

    You can buy it at most online stores like NewEgg - however, I don't know where you live.

    A 1gb stick costs from 40-70 per stick, a 2gb stick costs $150+ per stick. You can upgrade to 4gb, but 2gb is usually enough.
     
    coriolis, May 18, 2007
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  5. jetstar

    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    When buying RAM, it is better to buy from a reputable manufacturer, such as Kingston, Crucial, Corsair or OCZ.
     
    jetstar, May 19, 2007
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