I have just found out that to upgrade from 256 i can't just add a 128 but what would happen if i did.
2007-06-23 00:36:40 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
You usually need to install ram chips in matched pairs. You can tell if this is necessary by the number of slots you have. If you have 4, then you should match the speed and size of the memory. If you only have 3, then you may be ok. If there are only 2, then you should try to match them as well. If you do have a problem your system may not boot. It may just beep at you. If that happens, you do not need to worry, just pull the new memory out. Check the manual that came with the computer, it will tell you exactly what you need to do. If not, the try to find out the make of the Mother Board and hit Google. You should be able to find the exact memory configuration you need from the manufacturer. Good luck and remember to actually unplug your computer before you open the case and ground yourself by touching the metal chassis. Adding or swapping memory is an easy upgrade and gives you a lot of bang for the buck.
2007-06-23 00:46:10 · answer #1 · answered by Dilbert's Desk 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wel seeing as u left out any usefull info there s no way of sayin prolly jus not boot up till u take it back out if u google the laptop and find out the max it can handel an what speeds it needs an if u need sum kinda matched pairs but strange and the socket type then go find ur nearest lappy shop an tell them what ur looking for
2007-06-23 07:43:16 · answer #2 · answered by SlyerFox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may work on single channel mode. Matched pair is essential for running in dual channel memory mode. BUT adding 128Mb is hardly an "upgrade". 256Mb or bigger would be better.
2007-06-23 09:14:41 · answer #3 · answered by Karz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http:\www.crucial.com
Enter your PC detail in the "Memory advisor"
It will tell you what you can use.
2007-06-23 07:40:35 · answer #4 · answered by A Little Knowledge Is Dangerous 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋