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    Vista Experience not updating score when from 2 - 4 G RAM

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by mozillameister, Jun 20, 2008.

  1. mozillameister

    mozillameister Newbie

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    I purchased 2 2GB OCZ RAM modules for my m1330. My computer and Vista reads it, but my VES is still at 4.5 for RAM. The score doesn't usually give me concern, but I accidentally chipped off a piece of plastic that was used to cover the metal hooks holding the top RAM in place. When I placed the new RAM in my laptop the top module didn't "snap" into place like the bottom one did. It still hooked in and fitted perfectly in the slot, but I'm just concern that the plastic was more important than I thought.
    Only the plastic chipped off. The metal piece looks fine.

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    mozillameister, Jun 20, 2008
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    OK...that RAM chip is now loose and you could loose your signal integrity by just bumping the laptop.

    Seriously.

    Translation: Any bump/jar could cause half your RAM to suddenly disappear which I'm sure would cause a lock up.

    Sadly, the only way to fix it? ... motherboard replacement.
     
    Greg, Jun 20, 2008
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  3. thefunks67

    thefunks67 Notebook Consultant

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    I would guess that a MB replacement would NOT be covered by warranty, correct?

    -Funk
     
    thefunks67, Jun 20, 2008
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    jayno20 Notebook Consultant

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    it would be if YOU didn't chip it...
     
    jayno20, Jun 20, 2008
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