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    RAM upgrading help with my Satellite m70 !

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by VirginianQ8, Apr 21, 2007.

  1. VirginianQ8

    VirginianQ8 Newbie

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    hello every1..
    I have Toshiba Satellite m70...
    and I wanna upgrade its RAM memory..
    I'm lookin for a 2 GB one that is compatible with my laptop..
    does any1 have any suggestions?
    thanks !!!
     
    VirginianQ8, Apr 21, 2007
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  2. Zero

    Zero The Random Guy

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    Your notebook will accept 200 pin, DDR SODIMM RAM. I believe the frequency of your current RAM is 533 MHz, and those modules can be had for a good price thse days. 533 MHz RAM may also be reffered to as PC2 4200/4300. If you currently have two modules in your ntoebook, you will have to remove at least one to upgrade to a higher amount, and if you currently have two modules, both that are 512 MB n density, then to upgrade to 2 GB, you will have to replace each 512 MB module, with a 1 GB module.

    Check and see how many modules you have installed at the moment, by downloading a program called CPU-Z. It will give you details on the RAM currently installed. For manufacturers to consider buying from, look at reputable ones, like Corsair, Kingston, OCZ, G. Skill and Crucial. However, people don't seem to have problems with cheaper brands, either.
     
    Zero, Apr 21, 2007
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  3. tramliner

    tramliner Notebook Enthusiast

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    upgraded my RAM recently through Crucial. reasonably priced very helpful on phone and matched to my computer.
     
    tramliner, Apr 21, 2007
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  4. adinu

    adinu I pwn teh n00bs.

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    Just a quick correction, it's ddr2 ram, not ddr.

    I just didnt want the guy to search everywhere for ddr1 533 memory, which doesn't exist.
     
    adinu, Apr 21, 2007
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    Zero The Random Guy

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    Sorry, I meant to put the number 2, but must have forgot. But yes, its DDR2 SODIMM RAM that the notebook will accept.
     
    Zero, Apr 22, 2007
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    VirginianQ8, Apr 22, 2007
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  7. adinu

    adinu I pwn teh n00bs.

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    Definitely corsair VS or the Kingston down at the bottom that's 57 bux. I dunno what's so special about the first one that has to be more than twice the price of the next product.
     
    adinu, Apr 22, 2007
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