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    newbie to site looking to upgrade hp pavilion zv5410us

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by huntis619, Dec 21, 2007.

  1. huntis619

    huntis619 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yes I am new to this site. I am looking to add more RAM and upgrade to a dvd burner. I have threads from the past stating that the memory in the zv5000 series could be upgraded to 2GB. Is this true? Also can anyone tell me a internal dvd burner compatible with this laptop?
     
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    2GB should be fine I think.
     
    Johnny T, Dec 21, 2007
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    thank you, but it says that my memory 512mb (2x256mb) and that I can only change one module (giving me 1280mb) is this true? Also I want to know about a compatible dvd burner.
     
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    Can you find the 2 slots?
     
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    sorry I took so long. Haven't really looked, but I read on a website that only 1 module was removable
     
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    hmmm you might have to open up your notebook to remove the other one...
     
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    Looking at the specs, you may have 256mb of memory on the mobo, and only one sodimm that can be upgraded. It looks like 1.25 gb is the max for your system. :(
     
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    thank you all. I think I'll just upgrade the one module. I don't want to take the chance and mess up the laptop. It looks like it will be a tedious process. If I'm wrong please let me know.
     
    huntis619, Dec 22, 2007
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    By the way any info on a dvd burner. I'm thinking just to use a internal desktop burner with my IDE-USB adapter. But I really want an internal laptop dvd burner. Which option is best and do you know which internal dvd burner that is compatible with my laptop.
     
    huntis619, Dec 22, 2007
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    Upgrading ram, tedious? :confused: But no, if one module is soldered on the board, you can not change that. ;)
     
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    That can be a little hard to find. There are a few dvd burners to choose from, but they may not have a good fit around the faceplate after it is installed. A good start would to remove the existing one and get the make/model off the unit and look for a dvd burner from the same manufacturer. You should be looking for a "slim-line internal dvd/cd writer". I have the pioneer slot load DVR-KO6 on my acer 5672.
     
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    ouch 1 RAM is soldered? installing ram really isnt that hard. installed two gig myself and pretty proud of it. :p
     
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    I don't know for sure if the second module is soldered. I am going to look into that today. As far as the optical drive, I've read how people had to modify their internal slim dvd burners to fit their laptops. I want to know is this worth it. Right now I'm leaning toward buying a internal desktop dvd burner and use my IDE to USB adapter. Cheaper, yes but too many extra wires. I live in a apartment and space is minimal. I want to know your opinions
     
    huntis619, Dec 23, 2007
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    Oh and by the way. Nice specs lokster.
     
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    merry x-mas to all. I want to take this time to thank you all for your time and answers. I've decided to upgrade from 512 mb ram t 1.256mb ram and I'm going to use a internal dvd burner plugged up to my ide to usb adapter. Again thanks all and happy holidays.
     
    huntis619, Dec 25, 2007
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