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    Questions Regarding RAM installation

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by alexpre888, Jan 20, 2017.

  1. alexpre888

    alexpre888 Notebook Consultant

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    So I am planning to add additional RAM to my Laptop. I have 1 more slot to add another RAM (Total of 16 GB). But I wanted to ask something before I do this. This will be the first time I ever installed a new RAM on my computer so I ask, is there anything I need to check before I choose the correct RAM for my laptop? Is there anything I need to do before installing a RAM? Does it need to be exactly the same as my current RAM card installed, including brand?

    My Current Laptop's specs is on my signature.
     
    alexpre888, Jan 20, 2017
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    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    For best compatibility and to minimize the chance of something going wrong, you should buy RAM in matching pairs. If you can find an identical module to what you have now, great. If not, 2x8 GB kits aren't very expensive.
     
    saturnotaku, Jan 20, 2017
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    good to know, thx.
     
    alexpre888, Jan 20, 2017
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    Make sure you take off your socks before touching your ram otherwise the static electricity in your body will fry them the moment you touch them. Happened to me before
     
    Spartan@HIDevolution, Jan 20, 2017
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    @alexpre888 - In other words: Make sure you're grounded. :vbwink:
     
    Prostar Computer, Jan 23, 2017
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    If you want to get matching ram as mentioned, you could use a free program like CPU-Z to see what model is in your computer without having to open it up. Just check the SPD tab in that program for model and manufacturer.
     
    Support.1@XOTIC PC, Jan 23, 2017
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    I learned that the hard way at college :p, Good thing I don't wear socks at home though. And, who uses carpets anyways :p
     
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    alexpre888, Jan 25, 2017
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    So it seems its from this manufacturer. Having a hard time finding RAM from them. Either that or I simply suck at google. :|

    @pat@XOTICPC btw I got my Laptop today from RMA. My PC is good now. Thx XoticPC <3
     
    alexpre888, Jan 25, 2017
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    Try HWiNFO64 - or look at the sticker on the RAM for the info you need.

    Hyundai merged with Hynix (formerly Lucky Goldstar Semi), so it's likely SKHynix memory you will be looking for.
     
    Prostar Computer, Jan 26, 2017
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    Any 2400mhz CL17 ram will work fine with it.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Jan 26, 2017
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    Glad to hear that it is good again!
     
    Support.1@XOTIC PC, Jan 26, 2017
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    alexpre888, Jan 26, 2017
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    Prostar Computer, Jan 26, 2017
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    Well 2133mhz ram will slow down your current ram to that speed. It will work but wont be optimal.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Jan 27, 2017
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