Is it possible to take RAM out of my desktop computer and use that same RAM in my notebook computer?

Question

Is it possible?

Answer 1

Depends on if it is compatible. But I seriously doubt it. Go to www.memory-up.com and look up what kind of memory your desktop takes and what kind your laptop takes.

Answer 2

Nah, you dont want to do that ...
Look at the size of a desktop and the size of a laptop.
The memory size of a laptop is smaller than the one in Desktop.

Answer 3

No it is not. here is the difference between the two. A notebook uses a So-DIMM chip while a desktop uses a DIMM chip.

A SO-DIMM, or small outline dual in-line memory module, is a type of computer memory integrated circuit.

SO-DIMMs are a smaller alternative to a DIMM, being roughly half the size of regular DIMMs. As a result SO-DIMMs are mainly used in notebooks, small footprint PCs (such as those with a Mini-ITX motherboard), high-end upgradable office printers and networking hardware like routers.

SO-DIMMs have 72, 100, 144, or 200 pins. The 100 pin package supports 32-bit data transfer, while the 144 and 200 package supports 64-bit data transfer. This compares to regular DIMMs that have 168, 184, or 240 pins, all supporting 64-bit data transfer.

The different types of SO-DIMMs can be recognized at a glance by the distinctive notches used to "key" them for different applications: 100-pin SO-DIMMs have two notches, 144-pin SO-DIMMs have a single notch near (but not at) the center, and 200-pin SO-DIMMs have a single notch nearer to one side.

The 200-pin SO-DIMM has two variations for locating the notch that are nearly indistinguishable. If the notch is located further outboard, it indicates the DDR class of memory. When the notch is located towards the center of the board, it indicates DDR2. These two types of memory are not interchangeable and thus have slightly different notch locations that prevent cross installation. The PC2700 200-pin SO-DIMM depicted in the accompanying photograph shows a notch slightly outboard, and is thus DDR. Caution should be exercised when visually identifying 200-pin SO-DIMM modules.

SO-DIMMs are more or less equal in power and voltage to DIMMs, and as memory technology moves forward, both SO-DIMMs and DIMMs are available in equal speed (clock speeds such as 400Mhz PC3200, for example, and CAS latency such as 2.0, 2.5 and 3.0) and capacity (512MB, 1GB, etc.). More recent DDR2 SO-DIMM memory modules have clock speeds up to 800 Mhz PC5300 and modules will soon be available with speeds of 1066 Mhz PC8500. DDR2 SDRAM

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A DIMM, or dual in-line memory module, comprises a series of random access memory integrated circuits. These modules are mounted on a printed circuit board and designed for use in personal computers. DIMMs began to replace SIMMs (single in-line memory modules) as the predominant type of memory module as Intel's Pentium processors began to control the market.

The main difference between SIMMs and DIMMs is that SIMMs have a 32-bit data path, while DIMMs have a 64-bit data path. Since Intel's Pentium has (as do several other processors) a 64-bit bus width, it required SIMMs installed in matched pairs in order to use them. The processor would then access the two SIMMs simultaneously. DIMMs were introduced to eliminate this inefficiency. Another difference is that DIMMs have separate electrical contacts on each side of the module, while the contacts on SIMMs on both sides are redundant.

The most common types of DIMMs are:

72-pin DIMM, used for FPM DRAM and EDO DRAM
72-pin SO-DIMM, used for FPM DRAM and EDO DRAM
100-pin DIMM, used for printer SDRAM
144-pin SO-DIMM, used for SDR SDRAM
168-pin DIMM, used for SDR SDRAM
184-pin DIMM, used for DDR SDRAM
200-pin SO-DIMM, used for DDR SDRAM and DDR2 SDRAM
240-pin DIMM, used for DDR2 SDRAM and FB-DIMM DRAM
There are 2 notches on the bottom edge of 168-pin-DIMMs, and the location of each notch determines a particular feature of the module.

The first notch is DRAM key position. It represents RFU (reserved future use), registered, and unbuffered.
The second notch is voltage key position. It represents 5.0V, 3.3V, and Reserved.
The upper DIMM in the photo is an unbuffered 3.3V 168-pin DIMM.
A DIMM's capacity and timing parameters may be identified with SPD (Serial Presence Detect), an additional chip which contains information about the module type.

ECC DIMMs are those that have extra data bits which can be used by the system memory controller to detect and correct errors. There are numerous ECC schemes, but perhaps the most common is Single Error Correct, Double Error Detect (SECDED) which uses a 9th extra bit per byte.

Answer 4

you could pass maximum factors from laptop to laptop, yet not laptop to laptop. on your case, the RAM and hard disk drive will bodily be too massive, and not have the the superb option connections. additionally, if the Ram comes from an previous laptop it may desire to not help besides, and run at a slower velocity. including hard disk drive area won't velocity up your laptop, purely make it 'larger'.

Answer 5

No!
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Answer 6

the answer is NO as the type and size is different. try to compare it and you will see by yourself.

Answer 7

No you will not be able to as they are both different sizes, types, etc etc etc.

Answer 8

No, because they are different size.

Answer 9

the memory sticks are not the same.... the pc is longer than the laptop....

Answer 10

Nope, it is different size!