Solved Expanding RAM memory

[Difusal]

Hi everyone!

my current laptop has 6gb RAM. I've opened it and it has two slots: one has the 4gb RAM board and the 2nd slot has a 2gb RAM board.

I want to change the 2gb RAM board for one of 4gb so my computer gets 8gb RAM memory at the end.

How does this work? What do I need to know? Can I use a RAM board from any manufacturer?

This is the current 4gb RAM board I have (which came with the laptop from factory):
Samsung M471B5273CH0-CH9 DDR3-1333 SODIMM 4GB Original Notebook Memory - Electronic Inventory Online

Here is another pic:
Resultados da pesquisa de http://i.zdnet.com/gallery/6237924-610-408.jpg no Google

Thanks,
Eric.

 

[ski]

As long as the laptop's MB supports 8GB of RAM, then a 4GB RAM module with the same specs as the current 4GB module should work.
However, suggest getting another Samsung module, because precedence indicates that problems can sometimes arise when using RAM modules from different manufacturers.

 

[hybridfan]

I agree with Ski it's best not to mix RAM, my suggestion get another stick of identical RAM and just pop it in where the 2GB was. Check with laptop spec if this is allowed though.

 

[Difusal]

THANKS for the quick reply!

Can you help me with that? Could you please do a search and suggest me some sticks?

 

[Miranova23]

Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, LED LCD TV, Digital Cameras and more! & just fill in the specs.

...
Actually, turns out this is the only one with those specs that Newegg has, even same product #, so you know it'll be THE match:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147068
$48 & free shipping. I sincerely hope you haven't purchased that $120 stick yet.

 

[LiquidSnak]

I don't think that newegg ships to portugal

That is the correct RAM, but what is the model number of your laptop? I can't find much information, let alone in english, on your motherboard ID number.

http://www.eio.com/p-28006-corsair-...pin-ddr3-so-dimm-ddr3-1333-laptop-memory.aspx

From the same website you can get the whole 8GB for less, and corsair is a reputable company.

 

[Miranova23]

Oh, hm. ^_^ Sorry, I didn't notice the op was from Portugal. & I just checked out how, yeah, they don't ship internationally. Well, that sucks for the rest of the world. Newegg is awesome!

Also, my 2nd link was incorrect. Fixed now.

 

[LiquidSnak]

After some more research,

VIAddress : The Global Leader in Package Forwarding

Will ship anything to you worldwide while shopping on US online retailers. The rate for a 5 pound box is $36 to Europe, but still worth it for shopping at retailers like newegg.com I think.

 

[kado897]

Have you tried your local Amazon? I got my last laptop memory upgrade quite cheaply at the UK site.

Amazon.co.uk delivers to prtugal

 

[whs]

If you want my advice, I would not upgrade the RAM. It will buy you nothing - unless you do a lot of CAD. But if you do, get the EXACT SAME Dimm as your current 4GB Dimm.

 

[Difusal]

Thanks for all the replies!!! Really, thanks a lot!

If you want my advice, I would not upgrade the RAM. It will buy you nothing - unless you do a lot of CAD. But if you do, get the EXACT SAME Dimm as your current 4GB Dimm.

I've actually searched and I don't think having 8gb isn't much different from 6gb? Is there any BIG difference?

Also, I went to a computer store in my city and they can get me a Transcend 4gb DDR3 RAM 1333Mhz for 40€ ($58.4). I think I'll get it if I decide to go forward with this.

Why do you say it needs to be the same DIMM?

 

[whs]

If you mix Dimms of different makes and/or different specs you always run the risk to have negative effects.

 

[LiquidSnak]

RAM doesn't work as well or can have issues with different manufacturers mixed together, and especially different timings and speeds (usually differs between companies)

It's like mixing old batteries with new, you just don't do it or problems will arise.

 

[Difusal]

RAM doesn't work as well or can have issues with different manufacturers mixed together, and especially different timings and speeds (usually differs between companies)

It's like mixing old batteries with new, you just don't do it or problems will arise.

Well, the store owner said different manufacturers wouldn't harm the laptop

 

[LiquidSnak]

Just so long as they are the same timing, etc. I would look the two up before pulling the trigger. Even then you may have problems.

 

[Britton30]

The store wants to sell you an item.
All RAM sticks should be identical for the best performance. Buying another Samsung stick like your present one, it would likely be some difference since it would be newer. If you want to upgrade, but a matched pair of 2 4GB sticks. It probably won't make much difference to your system though. Win 7 like to use as much RAM as you throw at it.

 

[Miranova23]

When they say timings, there are more numbers than just "1333Mhz."

It MUST BE:
204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
DDR3 1333 (PC3 10600)
Cas Latency = 9
Voltage = 1.5V
Buffered/Registered = Unbuffered

Save a headache & get the Samsung, like everyone is warning!

 

[Difusal]

When they say timings, there are more numbers than just "1333Mhz."

It MUST BE:
204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
DDR3 1333 (PC3 10600)
Cas Latency = 9
Voltage = 1.5V
Buffered/Registered = Unbuffered

Save a headache & get the Samsung, like everyone is warning!

Thanks, that made my mind.
Going to close this.