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    Gateway Model ML3108b - Ram issues.

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by Flossy, Aug 13, 2008.

  1. Flossy

    Flossy Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi, Recenly i brought this laptop called ' GateWay Model ML3108b' it has 512MB of RAM which is so slow. i carnt bare it anymore. i was wondering if anyone can find me a RAM on this website called ' www.aria.co.uk' i live near that place.

    Also Would a extra 1GB of RAM added to 512MB help to fast things up?

    I mean multi task without crashing or slowing down. I usually run many stuff.

    If 1GB of RAM added to 512MB of RAM helps please tell me... or give me advice thanks ^^ ;)
     
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    madmook Notebook Evangelist

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    Hmmm it seems to have Vista Home Basic, is that accurate? I don't know anything about what the home basic version entails, but I think its safe to assume that since its some form of Vista, 512 megs of RAM is entirely insufficient for anything.

    According to that model's specs at http://uk.gateway.com/products/product.html?prod=ML3108b

    it appears that it uses standard notebook DDR2 memory, and you have one empty slot with which to add another stick of ram in. I'd suggest at least a 2 gig stick. Here's something that should do nicely, from that site you listed:
    http://www.aria.co.uk/Products/Comp...Gb+Kingston+PC2-5300+SO-DIMM+?productId=33033
     
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    Flossy Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yep. ur right im on Vista basics..... will 1GB of ram added 512MB help? or shall i get a 2GB?
     
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    Since you run multiple programs at the same time, 2+ gigs in your system will GREATLY improve your overall computing experience. :)

    I would strongly recommend getting a 2 gig stick, budget withstanding, of course.
     
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    ummm... ok ill try and buy a 2GB.... Right now 512MB sucks.... Is the CPU and the rest gud? but is 1GB alright?
     
    Flossy, Aug 13, 2008
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