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    Any special instructions on installing RAM on a e1505?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by kn1ghtrydr, Apr 25, 2006.

  1. kn1ghtrydr

    kn1ghtrydr Notebook Enthusiast

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    What's up,
    New e1505 owner here with these specs:

    T2300 processor
    512 RAM (1 Dimm)
    40 GB hard drive
    24X CD Burner/DVD Combo Drive
    Intel Integrated 950 graphics
    6 cell battery
    1390 wireless card

    Basically a low end machine for $601.00 shipped with taxes included. I want to upgrade the RAM to 1GB right away and I was wondering what precautions I should take when adding ram to the computer. I understand there's just a slot on the bottom of the laptop where you "plug it" in, but I'd like to know if it's as simple as that. I'd also like to know how many "Pins" I need to look for on the type of RAM i need to buy as well.
    Well thanks for reading and thanks again when you can reply!
    Jay

    Also any recommendations on which brand of RAM i should get? I hear OCZ, Crucial, and Cosair are good brands.
     
    kn1ghtrydr, Apr 25, 2006
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  2. lukealexander

    lukealexander Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    go to www.crucial.com and use their system scan. It will tell you basic details about your system and advise on the best memory to get. You don't have to buy from Crucial, but it will let you know what type you need.
     
    lukealexander, Apr 25, 2006
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  3. drumfu

    drumfu super modfu

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    it's as simple as that. you want 200 pin ram either pc2 4300 or pc2 5300.

    popular brands are kingston, crucial, transcend
     
    drumfu, Apr 25, 2006
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