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    help me on how to upgrade my acer aspire 5710

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by muns, Aug 28, 2008.

  1. muns

    muns Notebook Guru

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    first of all guys i would apologize if my words don't coincide..i am newbie in hardware..hi guys i want to upgrade my acer aspire 5710 to make it's 3d gaming more better.. i got 3.1 on the rating of my index because of my gaming graphics..can i upgrade it using the pci express slot and what shoulde be the reccommended one..plss....thnx guys...
     
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    Can't do sorry. Read the stickies?
     
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    Yep read the stickies as they will answer your question.

    FYI, the answer is no you cannot upgrade your laptop's graphic card(see the sticky on top of this forum for more info).

    Also double posting is against the forum rules so your other thread was deleted(make sure you only him submit once)
     
    Kdawgca, Aug 28, 2008
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    Is your notebook the 5710G (MXM-II) or 5710 ??

    If it has integrated graphics, then upgrading -> no no !!

    If it has a dedicated card (128MB), upgrading to the 256MB one won't give you much of an improvement, and the card is very expensive.

    So, buy a new notebook if you are fond of gaming & stuff....
     
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  5. muns

    muns Notebook Guru

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    thnx guys.. it is clear for me now...one more question..what about i am planning to upgrade my RAM what is the fastest ram for my gadget...hehehe...thnx...
     
    muns, Sep 17, 2008
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    Upto 4GB (2x2) PC2-5300 DDR2-667 200pin SODIMM RAM (If your notebook has the 945GM/PM chipset)

    And after upgrading to 4GB, you won't see the full 4GB, only about 3.2-3.5GB will be usable.
     
    Andy, Sep 17, 2008
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    or build a gaming desktop which will cost you less than a game killer laptop :)
     
    naton, Sep 17, 2008
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  8. muns

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    which desktop is the best??heheheh......
     
    muns, Sep 18, 2008
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    can i not use the ddr2 800mHz coz it is also a 200pin SODIMM..heheheh :)
     
    muns, Sep 18, 2008
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    You can, but it'll downclock to DDR2-667.
     
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    sorry :( i am a newbie...huhuhu
     
    muns, Sep 18, 2008
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    aw...can i not use the opimize clock speed??and if i can...how?
     
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    muns Notebook Guru

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    and what is the technique or way to know the best ram with different brand or they are just the same???nothing else make them differ..although the price of the other brand is cheap than the other?
    THNX
     
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    No you cannot manipulate the Memory frequency.

    Best RAM to buy --> Cheapest RAM w/ Lifetime Warranty

    You can choose b/w G.Skill, OCZ, Crucial, Corsair, Kingston, Patriot etc etc
     
    Andy, Sep 18, 2008
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    one more question..can i just change my RAM by my self cause i know how to install RAM in desktop CPU...but does it make differ or somewhat hard on laptop???....hehehe..i hope it is easy...

    i never tried opening the case of my laptop..hahaha...
    does it necessary for me to remove all parts to change the RAM???jujuju
     
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    Removing the Memory

    1. Remove the four screws holding the thermal cover.
    2. Detach the thermal cover from the main unit.
    3. Pop out the memory from the DIMM socket then remove it (If the notebook has two modules, then repeat this step).

    1.jpg 2.jpg 3.jpg
     
    Andy, Sep 19, 2008
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    thx ANDY...
    and btw regarding the frequency of the RAM i will just buy the 667 over 800 coz i cannot use the whole speed of it and 667 is more cheaper than 800
    am i right?
     
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    Yes, that is (and you're) right. Go for DDR2-667, if cheaper. :)
     
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    THNX a lot ANDY...

    LoL..i've watched videos on how to change the RAM to scary for newbie...ahahaha....but i'll..RISKING is LEARNING...ahahaha :) :D
     
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    Hi thank you for posting the pictures of the back of the 5710.. I've tried following the instructions - but the hatch is really stiff. Am worried about breaking it if I try to lever it too hard. Can I bother you for more tips on how to do this without breaking it once you've taken the 4 screws out please?
    best regards and thanks tim
     
    timswf, Dec 17, 2008
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    Try following this video, and see if you're able to remove the modules.

    Once each clip comes off slightly (from the sides), the module should pop up. If it doesn't, push the outer edge of the module upwards yourself so the module is inclined at an angle of 45*, and then pull it out.
     
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    Hi thanks Andy - it is the main cover that's the big hurdle - really worried about it snapping ... cheers Tim
     
    timswf, Dec 18, 2008
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    Oh, the cover ? You got it off ?
     
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    not yet - really nervous about snapping it.. it doesn't seem to bend well... the bit where it shoukd lift only angles up slightly when pulled.. first couple of clips pinged off ok.. but rest seem far more stubborn.. sorry to ask for more advice.. rgds tim
     
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