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    Which 2 of the 4 slots to use in r3 for 8gb ram (4gbx2)??

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Emm3, Dec 17, 2011.

  1. Emm3

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    Just wondering if it matters which 2 I use?
     
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    Doesn't matter. Most use the two under the back cover because it's easier though.
     
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    I used the easier to access but because they were labelled 1-2. Under the keyboard there's a sticker that says 3-4 only for quad core..? They were super easy to get to.
     
    Emm3, Dec 17, 2011
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