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    Save $50 on 1520 RAM upgrade

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by bikeboy99, Jul 5, 2007.

  1. bikeboy99

    bikeboy99 Newbie

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    Dell asks $150 for the upgrade from 1gig dual channel RAM to 2gig dual channel ram, But sells the exact same 1 gig sticks (check picture) in their accessories catergory (supposedly tested and optimized just for inspiron 1520, but idk how true that could be...) for $46 each, which seems like a somewhat reasonable price when compared to other brands. So you can get the same hardware + two extra 512mb modules for around $50 less without having to buy RAM from another retailer or worrying about compatibility.
     
    bikeboy99, Jul 5, 2007
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    kahlel7 Notebook Consultant

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    The only problem is that you would open the notebook to install it and then you would lose the guarantee.
     
    kahlel7, Jul 5, 2007
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    larson Notebook Evangelist

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    You do not void your warranty (if thats what you mean) when you install RAM. Someone back me up on this.
     
    larson, Jul 5, 2007
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    bikeboy99 Newbie

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    Though I know the chat ppl are unreliable, I asked one and he said it would not void the warranty.
     
    bikeboy99, Jul 5, 2007
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    PizzaFTW Notebook Enthusiast

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    I think I've read on the official Dell forums that it does not void your warranty. I'm pretty sure it's true.
     
    PizzaFTW, Jul 6, 2007
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    BuckeyeFan Notebook Evangelist

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    You can also check out the Ram Deals thread and get a 2gb package(2x1gb sticks) for ~$60. save even more money :)
     
    BuckeyeFan, Jul 6, 2007
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    Corster3 Notebook Geek

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    I think RAM may actually be backed up by your warranty. (I am not 100% sure though)
     
    Corster3, Jul 12, 2007
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