RAM upgrade troubles I got my 1000HE today, unpacked it, turned it on, downloaded firefox and VLC, removed some of the bloatware, turned it off, and performed a normal RAM install. I shut it back up, and the computer wouldn't load. I would only get the light under the power key, and the light bulb and the radio tower in the bottom corner to light up, even with the F2 key. I opened it again, and when I tried to replace the original RAM, the 2GB stick didn't pop up like the first one. Anyway, no success there either. I tried both sticks 10 or so times to no avail. What should I do? I had a screwdriver that was slightly too large and had a magnetized tip, but I didn't get it near my HDD. I left the battery in a couple times, but nothing got hot or made a noise or sparked. I'm not rough with this sort of thing either. Your help is appreciated! RAM upgrade troubles I got my 1000HE today, unpacked it, turned it on, downloaded firefox and VLC, removed some of the bloatware, turned it off, and performed a normal RAM install. I shut it back... » Read More RAM upgrade troubles I got my 1000HE today, unpacked it, turned it on, downloaded firefox and VLC, removed some of the bloatware, turned it off, and performed a normal RAM install. I shut it back up, and the computer wouldn't load. I would only get the light under the power key, and the light bulb and the radio tower in the bottom corner to light up, even with the F2 key. I opened it again, and when I tried to replace the original RAM, the 2GB stick didn't pop up like the first one. Anyway, no success there either. I tried both sticks 10 or so times to no avail. What should I do? I had a screwdriver that was slightly too large and had a magnetized tip, but I didn't get it near my HDD. I left the battery in a couple times, but nothing got hot or made a noise or sparked. I'm not rough with this sort of thing either. Your help is appreciated! « Show Less
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If possible, one should upgrade the RAM before you put in the battery for the first time. In that case, you do not even have to hit any F2 or F10 button.
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When the ram does not pop up when the clips are released, that means you installed the ram flat. Carefully remove the ram. Then reinstall it at a 45 degree angle. Push it in all the way in and the metal contacts of the ram should disappear from view. Then push the ram down flat and the clips will engage with a click.
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Fred888. Thank you SO MUCH for your advice. Your tech writing is just what I needed to install the ram. I had the computer all packed up and ready to go to a service place tomorrow when I came back to this site and read your instructions. The "45 degree angle," and "the metal contacts of the ram should disappear from view," are the extra instructions that I needed. The video I watched on how to install the ram just didn't go into that detail. Again, many thanks.Kay
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So did you have to do the F2, F10 to complete the install? Some videos say they do that and others don't. I agree with Larry about the ESD discharge. Also good idea to remove the battery.
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I wrote the following in my review of the 1000HE netbook. Did you follow all these steps? It was a breeze to replace the installed 1GB with 2GB -- remove 2 screws, take off cover, push out the two retaining clips on either side of the 1GB module, take out the 1GB module, put in the 2GB module, press down, replace cover and screws, done! Oh, one more thing. As the computer starts to boot up (and I mean right when it starts to power up) hold down the F2 key to bring up the BIOS. Verify that it sees 2GB of RAM. Then hit F10 to save the configuration. Once booted up, check by right-clicking My Computer, Properties. I wrote the following in my review of the 1000HE netbook. Did you follow all these steps? It was a breeze to replace the installed 1GB with 2GB -- remove 2 screws, take off cover, push out the two retaining clips on either side of the 1GB module, take out the 1GB module, put in the 2GB module, press down, replace cover and screws, done! Oh, one more thing. As the computer starts to boot up (and I mean right when it starts to power up) hold down the F2 key to bring up the BIOS. Verify that it sees 2GB of RAM. Then hit F10 to save the configuration. Once booted up, check by... » Read More I wrote the following in my review of the 1000HE netbook. Did you follow all these steps? It was a breeze to replace the installed 1GB with 2GB -- remove 2 screws, take off cover, push out the two retaining clips on either side of the 1GB module, take out the 1GB module, put in the 2GB module, press down, replace cover and screws, done! Oh, one more thing. As the computer starts to boot up (and I mean right when it starts to power up) hold down the F2 key to bring up the BIOS. Verify that it sees 2GB of RAM. Then hit F10 to save the configuration. Once booted up, check by right-clicking My Computer, Properties. « Show Less
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Common problem...you have to press the key repeatedly and rapidly to catch the small time window where the bios comes up. The bios key window is very short by default (you can change that in the bios too, when you get in). I assume this is to keep the boot times to a minumum.
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Yes, you do have to hit the F2,F10 for the bios to recognize the new 2 GB module. Otherwise, it will assume it only has a 1 GB module installed.
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Are you sure that you are pushing the ram chip all the way down? Since all was working before you played with the ram, it seems like that's your most likely point of failure. I popped in my 2GB ram and all worked fine. As I recall, when the ram seats right you can feel it. The other possibility is that you somehow damaged the ram slot. Best way to diagnose your problem is to get your hands on another 1000HE and try swapping ram chips to see if the problem lies in the ram.
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Could have 1 bad stick, take 1 stick out and see if it boots. If it boots then try just the other stick, if it fails to boot then you have spotted the failed stick of RAM and need to get a replacement
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I solved my own problem. When booting up, I needed to press F2 to enter into the Bios screen. Then I just needed to press F10 to save changes. When the computer booted, it showed 2GB of RAM. I'm happy with this product.
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I would recommend to update your bios, I just did that and now my Memory chip worked, GREAT! feels like a brand new Laptop!
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I used this: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231589 I didn't actually have much luck with this board (I'm assuming that's because it was open box though.) Are you manually clocking or RAM or just using the X.M.P.? My board was fine using the X.M.P. settings.
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You can upgrade the ram by replacing it--I've done that. In fact, I upgraded to 8gig. However, you actually take the top off and then work your way down from the top until you get to the ram. I used a Youtube video to walk me through it.
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Like Mark Nelson I gave up and went back to the original 1gb that came in it.But here is a link from a Amazon review from someone who thinks they found the right memory for the ASUS 1005PERoy Fowler says:http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=hynix+2GB&x;=17&y;=14is the link to Amazon for the RAM stick that is working fine for me...i received it from OEMPCWORLD and altho it says Hynix at Amazon the stick itself says Netlist...either way it works great! Like Mark Nelson I gave up and went back to the original 1gb that came in it.But here is a link from a Amazon review from someone who thinks they found the right memory for the ASUS 1005PERoy Fowler says:http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=hynix+2GB&x;=17&y;=14is the link to Amazon for the RAM stick that is working fine for me...i received it from OEMPCWORLD and altho it says Hynix at Amazon the stick itself says... » Read More Like Mark Nelson I gave up and went back to the original 1gb that came in it.But here is a link from a Amazon review from someone who thinks they found the right memory for the ASUS 1005PERoy Fowler says:http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=hynix+2GB&x;=17&y;=14is the link to Amazon for the RAM stick that is working fine for me...i received it from OEMPCWORLD and altho it says Hynix at Amazon the stick itself says Netlist...either way it works great! « Show Less
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Hey Von, Good luck on your up grade. This RAM worked great on a DELL that I pick up out of the trash. Installed a new hard drive, Windows 7, an cheep video card and it turned out to be a decent PC. I have put together a number of computers and give them away to seniors to learn on. Good luck, Ed
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This ram did NOT work with my brand new netbook. It continually skipped when trying to view video that played fine with the original 1GB the netbook came with. I also had the problem Roy did where it wouldn't shut down completely. Tired of all of the hang-ups and not properly shutting down I reinstalled the original 1GB and it is working (and turning off) perfectly. I'm still searching for a compatible upgrade.
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to the best of my knowledge, your machine will take a maximum of 8gb of ram (DDR2)...that (should) means a pair of 4gb sticks...I do not know if your computer came with a pair of 1.5's or a single 3gb stick...check out what is inside the computer...just Google "how to remove/replace the RAM in (your model)...it's simple to do. It is costly however for DDR2's (probably $100 or more each). good luck
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Thanks for the info in re do-it-yourself upgrading to 2GB. I have a HP 210-1040 NR and would like to try an upgrade but would need at least basic instructions before I opened up my computer. Are such available, as far as you know? Thanks.
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Just got one of these too and swapped out the RAM. Exact same problem that you guys are talking about. It only seems to shut down completely with the original stick that came with the netbook. I've been trying every single configuration option for the last 5 hours, and nothing seems to work. Please let me know if you hear of any solution out there.
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M., I just spoke to ASUS and they do NOT recommend an upgrade to the 1000he. They will not get into Mhz that I can use, just simply state "The 1000he comes with 1GB 667Mhz. We do not recommend you upgrade to 2GB or change the Mhz. ANY upgrades to the system will void it's warrenty."Can you give me any argument on this?
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Hi, I also bought a Asus 1005ha-p from zipzoomfly with a 2g corsair 667 mhz memory. After installing it, it shows only 1 gig physical memory as does the original 1gig. Am I reading something wrong? Why doesn't it show up as 2gig? If someone knows the answer I would apprciate it. I wanted to return it to Zipzoomfly but they are giving me a hard time.
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I had the same issue, as well as it size being way off. I ended up just going with a Ram mount. They cost more but are worth it in the long run.
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There can be an issue when upgrading to a larger HD for an HP Laptop. Computer did not recognize the new HD. I needed some assistance in getting around this issue from a Geek in order to finish the install. I recall that he did something with the bios in order to recognize the new HD, but don't recall what was done. It worked out okay and I'm happy with the new HD. Good luck.
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Art, i think the clock speed of the Amazon suggested 2GB ram is too slow for the 1005PE...i told amazon this and they were gracious in accepting it back for refund...we shall see how that part goes...next i am going to try an 800Mhz 2 GB ram upgrade...talking to others on here suggests that should clear up the problem...