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    How to install RAM in W3V?

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by ASZ993, Jul 15, 2005.

  1. ASZ993

    ASZ993 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am going to install an additional 512MB of RAM in my W3V. Since I don't see a fan on the bottom of the notebook , is installing RAM on a W3V any different than installing RAM on a Z63a because I looked at the guide for the Z63a and saw that it had a fan bracket.

    Also, does anyone have any good instructions for installing ram in the W3V?
     
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  2. PROPortable

    PROPortable Company Representative

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    They're actually identical as far as how you install the ram......... remove the 5-6 screws in the cpu cover and the slot is right there.
     
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    ASZ993 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Any precautions I need to take? (electrostatic discharge, etc.)
     
    ASZ993, Jul 16, 2005
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    cysus Notebook Guru

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    Well, you should always be electricly grounded (I say this but never do it), also remove the battery and unplug the unit. Installing notebook ram is very easy otherwise, a lot easier than desktop ram can be. ;)
    Also make sure you get the ram with the right number of pins, I know there are 240 and 200 pin notebook so-dimms. I think the W3v uses 200pin but I'm not sure, PROPortable (Justin) might know.
     
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    makken Notebook Consultant

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    it's 200pin.
    I just added an extra 1GB to my W3v, piece of cake, a lot easier than it was on my desktop computers :D
     
    makken, Jul 16, 2005
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