I have a 256MB RAM on my PC and I want to upgrade it to 1GB and the technician says after adding the new RAM, I'll have to re-install everything on my computer including Windows. Is this true??. He says if this is not done, the new RAM won't make the PC as fast.
2007-03-13 05:03:49 · 5 answers · asked by Southpaw 5 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Add-ons
Where did he get certified? That's total crap, there's no need to reinstall anything after upgrading memory.
2007-03-13 05:07:20 · answer #1 · answered by INOA 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What version of Windows do you have? I would say the technician didn't understand the question.
The guy above me says RAM is Plug & Play, which is true, but I asked my question because considering that you're on a computer with only 256mb RAM, I'm not sure your motherboard would even support Plug & Play. So, your technician may or may not be right... but then I'm sure he knows more about your PC than the zero specs you gave us.
Off of a hunch, though... considering Plug & Play had been around since Windows 95, I'd agree with everyone else and say you probably won't need to do anything to get the effects of the RAM. I'd also look into your motherboard and make sure it even supports 1GB of RAM.
2007-03-13 12:07:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. The tech is probably trying to sell you a service. Ram is a hardware piece and will be unaffected by the RAM. As long as your motherboard can take the upgrade AND Windows sees the total amount correctly, you should have no problems.
2007-03-13 12:07:29 · answer #3 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I beg to differ make sure you get the correct ram and be sure and turn off your computer before you do it also be aware of static electricity but I have upgraded many units with out reinstalling windows. Also make sure your PC can accommodate the larger ram. If you want an easy website go to www.crucial.com they can tell you what ram you will need and what your computer can accommodate.
2007-03-13 12:12:29 · answer #4 · answered by PE7E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely false. RAM is essentially plug-and-play, and this tech is full of it.
2007-03-13 12:07:00 · answer #5 · answered by Brandon W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋