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    When choosing RAM for the i9300...

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by red97vette, Nov 14, 2005.

  1. red97vette

    red97vette Notebook Geek

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    If i go with just 512mb, and buy more at newegg or something, will installing the 1 - 2 gb ram module(s) void my warranty? id hate to try and save $40 on a gig of ram only to find out that if i open up the 9300 my warranty is out the window...

    dan
     
    red97vette, Nov 14, 2005
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  2. Amber

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    No, upgrading your memory will not void your warranty.

    The only thing about upgrading is that Dell does not cover the new hardware, so if by some odd chance you have a problem with the new memory, you will have to fix it. Also, Dell does not cover any problems covered by the new piece of hardware or any damage that might occur during installation. This is more for upgrades that require the complete case to be open.

    I also recommend to keep your old memory in case you do have problems with your current memory. Dell might ask you to use your old hardware for testing purposes. I've never had this happen before, but I seen it recommended on Dell's website.

    I bought a 1gb stick from newegg (Transcend Memory), and have had no problems with it or problems with my warranty. We have had several users buy memory from Newegg, and had positive experiences.

    SG
     
    Amber, Nov 14, 2005
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  3. red97vette

    red97vette Notebook Geek

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    awsome, thanks!
     
    red97vette, Nov 14, 2005
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    chesney09 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I, Too, Upgraded my RAm in my XPS-M170 with the Transcend memory with no problems. GREAT upgrade for half the cost.
     
    chesney09, Nov 14, 2005
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    dsgsdadgdsas Notebook Enthusiast

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    I too upgraded memory for my 9300 to Transcend 1GB for 70 bucks in newegg. I had a similar question. Thanks y'all.
     
    dsgsdadgdsas, Nov 14, 2005
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    Yeah, its really worthless to get everything from dell. Way over priced.
    Hey, if you have a little computer skills, and some money on for upgrades from somewere other than dell, you save a lot. ;)
     
    nickspohn, Nov 14, 2005
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  7. Momo26

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    Ya, if you have empty slot (or want to take current piece out), upgrading to a load more of memory would be great. A nice 1GB stick would go well with an already equiped 512MB RAM (1 x 512 MB).
     
    Momo26, Nov 14, 2005
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    No adding ram will not void your warranty, adding ram is a fairly simple procedure, you just plug it in.
    I bought the OCZ value ram, 1 gig stick, I have heard people report problems when using a kingston stick though I dont know what the cause is, Crucial, OCZ, Samsung and other known companies have great ram that will serve you just fine.
     
    conghelach, Nov 15, 2005
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  9. conghelach

    conghelach Notebook Consultant

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    Newegg was out when I bought memory, thats why I went with OCZ memory from Tigerdirect.com, check them out too
     
    conghelach, Nov 15, 2005
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  10. Shagrath

    Shagrath Notebook Consultant

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    though i didnt ask thanx for the input on ram, my cs keeps crashin due to: net send packet error: (i forgot what the code was) and usualy right afterwards it says virtual memeory too low so im assuming i need more ram i was gonna get some corsair but would liek to try a different brand this time around ozc ima check that one out and thanx too conghelach i wont be looking at kingston. =)
     
    Shagrath, Nov 16, 2005
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  11. FiReBReTHa

    FiReBReTHa Notebook Consultant

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    FiReBReTHa, Dec 2, 2005
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  12. FiReBReTHa

    FiReBReTHa Notebook Consultant

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    annnyone know if thats the correct ram?


    Thanks!
     
    FiReBReTHa, Dec 3, 2005
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  13. Shagrath

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    It is correct, i think ima send my ocz back and try n get 2x512's.
     
    Shagrath, Dec 3, 2005
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