I couldn't find a way into the machine to upgrade the memory or hard drive. Can those components be accessed and if so how? Thanks.
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You would have to take off the keyboard and the keyboard panel...hear is a linkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wItE3sprwo ...that should help you
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Just Google for that model's schematic. There are YouTube videos, too. That model is more difficult than most. Have to take out a lot of screws, both front and back.
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http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Hardware-Upgrades-Replacements/HP-15-quot-model-15-g012dx-RAM-Upgrade/td-p/4162718The above link is to a forum for memory upgrade.www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wItE3sprwoAbove link is a youtube how-to video to replace HDD
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I personally haven't tried this but the owner's manual or HP's FAQ at their site will probably help. Typically, this is accomplished by opening a door on the underside of the laptop, or, by removing the keyboard. This is my first HP so I'm not familiar with their procedure. The other laptop PC style computers I owned required me to remove the keyboard. Two of the keys are removed to expose clips which are easy to pinch allowing keyboard removal.Sorry I couldn't provide more help.
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I believe that you can upgrade the memory up to 16GB. My model came preinstalled with 6GB.
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You will need to look at what it has already as some have all of the memory slots filled so to upgrade, you actually need to replace the existing memory
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I am not sure if it's possible to upgrade to the latest technology, it has limited slots and physical internal space to add memory, upgrade processor and so on.. I sold this computer already cause it is discontinued but when I asked that question the geeksquad [best buy] estimated around $400 if you provide the parts..
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To access these components (memory and hard drive) you need to remove the rear panel. The panel is secured with a warranty sticker. If the sticker is broken the warranty is void.
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It would have been helpful if you had described what you intend to do. Clone what, exactly, would be a good start. And do you have any extra hardware available, such as an unused HDD that could be used for temporary storage?
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if it is possible to upgrade. There is a video on YouTube showing how to open the laptop and do the replacement. there is also a guide that describes the procedure on page Lenovo Support.
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Greetings, You will need to install system memory (DDR3 1333MHz+ SODIMM), an mSATA SSD and software in order to complete the unit. Best regards, MITXPC
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My suggestion is do a search on your make and model on both the H-P website and Tom's Hardware (http://www.tomshardware.com/). I invariably find what I need to know on Tom's site or the manufacturer's. I'm assuming you either have the machine's manual or have downloaded it in PDF format. It should definitely tell you all about your memory and upgrading the same. Hope this helps...
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I've updated my RAM and it was incredibly easy; most online places allow you to look up what memory you will need. I went from the standard 4GB to 10GB (I bought one 8GB stick). There are small screws on the bottom of the laptop (don't lose them!) and then you click out the old memory stick and pop in the new one.I found several videos online that were helpful also!
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better answer after looking at the screw schematic, there's no easy way to upgrade the memory or storage. That's because the battery is hidden away inside the case, and there's no access panel for removing parts for repair or upgrade.
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Thank you very much for your concern about my purchase. Sorry to respond late. The memories work fine with the installed components. I hope this will be of much help. Regards Marcelo
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX83N-oVQBwCheck this video before you purchase it. The memory is soldered on the board and there is no memory slot for upgrade.
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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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yes you can upgrade the hdd but im not sure on the size and also not sure on the ssd hdd. hope this helps.
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The system memory is soldered to the logic board. It is not user upgrade able. The solid state drive is interchangeable/upgradeable.
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i wish i could figure that out myself. i tried to use an upgrade disk but it wouldn`t let me. it said i can`t go straight from XP to 7. i have to upgrade to something else first