I'm looking to play an online game called world of warcraft, but I noticed that the RAM requirements where 512mb. I have a Dell dimension DIM 4550 with only 256 Mb of Ram. I no almost nothing about compuers, but is there any way to upgrade my system enough to play this game? And if so where can i buy upgrades?
2007-02-17 06:43:36 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Start at Crucial. They have an on-line tool to determine your memory upgrade options for your machine. You can get free shipping through http://www.24houredeals.com/Crucial-Technology-coupons-324-mer.html
Good luck.
2007-02-18 04:03:19 · answer #1 · answered by iamqueww 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can upgrade systems, BUT your computer must have the capacity to be able to do. Upgrades found on internet. But I think you need more ram and only way is to take to shop and have them install if you have the room and your computer has the correct rails. You may have to sacrifice the 256 to replace wth one 512, but you may get lucky like I did when I added ram to old 486 and sold it right there to customer needing a 256 chip. By the way, if your PC has the room why not get as much ram as you can at one time. Last resort, download to DVD (or CD) and only install what you need to play game not the whole program. I beleive they have that option on most online games.
2007-02-17 14:59:29 · answer #2 · answered by grannygoose 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, simply install another 256MB RAM and or a larger one like a 512MB.
If you give the model of your computer to any computer store they will sell you the correct RAM. Also most stores will install RAM for free when you buy it from them. It is very easy to install RAM it simply plugs into a motherboard slot called a DIMM.
2007-02-17 14:52:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do need PC2100, and I would suggest getting 2 new 512 mb sticks to make your computer run to the best of its ability. Your motherboard has two memory slots, and while it may support PC2700, it depends on your Front Side Bus speed. PC2100 will run for you no matter what.
If you're curious, these are the techical specs for your system -
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim4550/specs.htm#1101572
Try newegg.com or tigerdirect.com for new memory, as both usually have exceptional computer deals.
2007-02-17 14:54:32 · answer #4 · answered by wekill3dk3nny 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes - you can upgrade contact Dell
2007-02-17 15:50:05 · answer #5 · answered by derf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can upgrade your system.
You need PC2100, CL2.5 memory.
http://www.memorystock.com/orderitem.asp?it=520ms-161&MnfId=31&MdlId=31086
2007-02-17 14:48:23 · answer #6 · answered by Amanda H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋