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    Upgrading RAM in Ferrari 4002WLMi

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by bambala2002, Jan 16, 2006.

  1. bambala2002

    bambala2002 Newbie

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    Hi,

    buying a new Acer Ferrari 4002WLMi tomorrow. Everything looks good about it, except the 512 Mb RAM. I am a Java developer, and need at least a Gig.

    So the question is... The 4002WLMi has 2 slots for RAM (correct me if I'm wrong). Does it come with 1x512Mb or 2x256 Mb ?
    Is it easy to upgrade the RAM? I have some experience in hardware, but I wouldn't want to take the whole notebook apart to install extra RAM. So is there easy access to both of the memory slots?

    And what would you suggest... 2x512mb, 1x1024Mb or maybe 1x256mb with 1x1024mb ?

    Thanks


    P.S. and most important, will there be warranty issues if I upgrade the memory myself?
     
    bambala2002, Jan 16, 2006
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  2. Darbyjack

    Darbyjack Notebook Evangelist

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    its probably two 256mb ram sticks in ur laptop so u'll have to buy two 512mb sticks to replace em fully for 1gb

    if u get one 1gb stick, it'll end up costing u more.

    www.crucial.com have a good guide for finding the right memory for u. Once u found out the memory u need, u can take a quick look for it on ebay or other places for the best price
     
    Darbyjack, Jan 16, 2006
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  3. REDFROG

    REDFROG Notebook Evangelist

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    its very easy acsess theres a panel on the underside with a few screws that covers the hd and ram modules
     
    REDFROG, Jan 16, 2006
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  4. bambala2002

    bambala2002 Newbie

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    thanks :)

    I'm almost ready to order.

    Can someone comment on the warranty (if i upgrade the memory myself)? :)
     
    bambala2002, Jan 16, 2006
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  5. Darbyjack

    Darbyjack Notebook Evangelist

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    I don't think upgrading your ram will void your warranty. Check with your supplier first.
     
    Darbyjack, Jan 17, 2006
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  6. USAFdude02

    USAFdude02 NBR Reviewer & Deity NBR Reviewer

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    I believe all manufactures allow switching of the RAM without voiding the warranty.
     
    USAFdude02, Jan 17, 2006
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