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    Does upgrading your RAM in a HP dv5t void your extended warrenty?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Jibe, Jan 16, 2009.

  1. Jibe

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    I bought a 2-year ADP extended warrenty from HP and I was wondering if upgrading your RAM would void your warrenty. I have found 4gbs of RAM for under $40, as opposed to the $100 hp charges. Also, the dv5t uses 200-Pin DDR2 667 (PC2 5300) right?
    Thank you.
     
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  2. ZaZ

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    Memory is considered user replaceable and therefore does not void any warranties.
     
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    Correct, memory-replacing will not void the HP warranty... only stupid Averatec warranties.

    As for the RAM type, I think the HP dv5t actually uses DDR2-800 RAM (faster than DDR2-667). The DDR2-667 sticks will fit in the laptop, but all the memory will run at a slower speed, so I suggest that you find DDR2-800 sticks.
     
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    Yes all new dv4's dv5's and dv7's use ddr2-800mhz ram. I have an AMD an Intel dv7 both are running 800mhz ram at 800mhz
     
    Tippey764, Jan 17, 2009
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