ram upgrade problem: any one had this problem or has any idea why or how to fix that?
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Here's a link to someone who got the RAM upgraded successfully. http://forums.crucial.com/t5/Standard-DRAM-Memory/Aspire-Revo-R3700/td-p/26100 This is what they used: Crucial Memory 2GB, 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-10600 memory module CT1651001 Module Size: 2GB Package: 204-pin SODIMM Feature: DDR3 PC3-10600 Specs: DDR3 PC3-10600 * CL=9 * Unbuffered * NON-ECC * DDR3-1333 * 1.5V * 256Meg x 64 *
512605
What do they mean by updating BIOS. Is this the kind of setup you spend long frustrating hours on? Should I opt for a different brand/model (suggestions?)?
1271215
Yes, you are missing thing - dual channel mode for the memory access. Just google for "Single memory vs dual channel". You may get in average 10-20% performance boost but if you decide to upgrade kit, you cant simply add new RAM, as both slots are used by kit.
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Shouldn't be a problem, just purchase another 8gb stick. Also agree with the other answer an ssd is a much better way to upgrade this notebook. I talk about this in my review. About the other answer though, he/she indicates two ram slots are in use. At least in mine it came with one 8gb stick instead of two 4gb sticks.
1910538
The only thing I upgraded is my RAM to 8gb idk much about the hard drive. Idk what mm is but if it's memory idk if/how
1346947
I can't actually answer your question (yet, going to install soon) however since the upgrade to 2gb (via two 1gb chips) is only around $30 here on amazon it seems silly not to upgrade.. also waiting on my memory so I'll post back with my experiences :)
1003600
What is the exact model number of your machine? You can try this memory and if it doesn't work we can always send a replacement to match what you currently have in your system.
351436
Melder you might want to prepare as there is now a review on cnet.com where the reviewer states his unit comes with 1GB welded on and no way to update it to 2gb. Please post your findings when you get your unit and I hope the RAM is upgradeable!
147103
With specs like that, you may need older style RAM or a different RAM type than DDR2. What make/model of computer do you need RAM for?
383325
I maxed out the memory on my machine to 16GB. In your case, I think you will have to pair the RAM up. Two 4GB sticks on slots 1 and 3, and then two 2GB sticks on slots 2 and 4. (Or it may be the other way around.) I would just make sure that the speed of the RAM are identical. In other words, the originals are 1600MHz RAM, the additional ones should also be that too.
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Are you referring to the CPU by any chance? To be honest I'm not entirely sure. But I believe you could probably find another processor to replace the one that comes with it, since you can get access to most parts by taking the bottom off of the computer. But I just replaced the RAM to upgrade from 1 to 2 gb. I am by no means a computer expert, I just know my way around the internet. :)
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Memory becomes a fanboy issue, I've never had ram fail, and have used Corsair, Crucial, Patriot, Mushkin, Kingston ... currently I'm running 4 sticks of Patriot IEM Viper 3 @2133mhz
360657
Yes, Ram can be upgraded to 4GB via standard SODIMM modules. 8GB is a possibility but needs to be confirmed but not much point going to 8gb at this stage.
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It is very easy to upgrade ram. I just did it and did not even look at a guide.Note that there is only one SO_DIMM slot, so you cannot buy a 1 gb stick and add on. I swapped out the 1 gb stick mine came with, with onee of two 2 gb sticks on my thinkpad. better value all round.also, i just read online that asus changed their policy of treating ram upgrade as voiding warranty. not sure though.
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It might be due to your ram sticks. Update your bios and you should be good to go :)
1923157
Jake,if you can check the Gigabyte website for a listing of memory types,if the you have is supported,then I would remove all but one, restart, repeat, until bad mods are found
1230017
Disappointed that it has only 4gb memory capability, hope that its a miss print can anybody confirm that? Don't know what to do now, the price of ram always goes down and the need for it always seems to increase.