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    how to check what type of memory I have

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by LuckyST, Aug 21, 2007.

  1. LuckyST

    LuckyST Notebook Consultant

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    how can one check what kind of memory he is using without opening the notebook?
     
  2. Paranoia

    Paranoia Notebook Consultant

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    www.crucial.com has a model selector that will tell you what ram you need.

    Also, it's not really that hard to "open" it and look. It's typically one screw and one panel to lift up on the bottom.
     
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    hmmm usually you cant but programs like CPU-Z might give you the make of chips at least
     
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    Everest Home Edition (free) or CPU-Z. Both give a lot of details.
     
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    it's not for me.
    I know my stuff :)
    I have no problem tearing my notebooks apart.
    a friend of mine asked me how he could find out.


    thanks guys!