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    m1210, anyone go from 1gb to 2gb in memory?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by s4iscool, Feb 28, 2007.

  1. s4iscool

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    After they have purchased a 1gb system and used it for sometime? Im wondering if there is a notable difference between 1gb and 2gb on a loaded up m1210. Ive used mine for about 6 months and its fine, but at times seems a little overloaded and taxed. The mem is getting down to $140 area for 2 1gb sticks, so its getting more attractive...
     
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    when you say you are looking at 2x1GB sticks of RAM I am assuming you have 2x512MB sticks of RAM. I'd say that the jump to 2GB will be reasonably noticed. It will be especially helpful if you are running Vista.
     
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    It should make a big diffrencne. If you are into gaming you will notice it quickly
     
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    2GB is the sweet spot right now, its pretty much a must in vista for smooth operation, and gives you a marked improvement in XP if your an avid multi tasker or gamer.
     
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    Percybut Notebook Consultant

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    I have two gigs of Corsair PC2 5300 from newegg.com. They are delivered this morning ^_^

    But the thing is that my m1210 is not functional right now and DELL is going to send me a replacement system within 3 weeks. So before the replacement system arrives, I won't be able to use my new RAM...
     
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    thanks for the replies. It looks like is well accepted that the 2gb does make a notable difference. That is what I was hoping to hear, even though i dont plan to run vista..
     
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    Although my computer is not functional, I am using it to run memtest86 on my new memory sticks :)
     
    Percybut, Feb 28, 2007
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