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    Updating CPU and RAM on 1720

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Dragon RR, Nov 23, 2007.

  1. Dragon RR

    Dragon RR Notebook Geek

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    I plan on buying a 1720 soon and would like to upgrade what I can with aftermarket (cheaper) stuff. What information do I need to make sure I search for the right processor and memory?
    I'm going for a T7700 Intel or something similar. I'd like to upgrade the RAM as much as my wallet will allow. Please let me know what I need to look for to make sure I don't get the wrong ones.

    Thanks
     
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    Metamorphical Good computer user

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    Updating the processor after you buy will void your warrenty. As for memory, you need pc 5300/5400 notebook memory. It will be cheaper to update the memory than to pay Dell prices for memory. You could also consider upgraded the Harddrive after market.
     
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    Dragon RR Notebook Geek

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    would it be possible to upgrade the processor, and if i had some problem that i needed to send the notebook back, re-install the original?
    i have no clue if it keeps a log of things like that..?

    thanks for the info. with the memory, do i have to get the 667Mhz or can i get anything higher? i imagine it will just use what it can of the memory, but i'd rather know than guess.
     
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