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    2GB DDR3 (1066MHz) Lenovo RAM modules?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by x61x200, Dec 8, 2009.

  1. x61x200

    x61x200 Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys, anyone know where i can get (and for how much) extra memory for an x series laptop? DRR3

    Thanks in advance
     
    x61x200, Dec 8, 2009
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    x61x200 Notebook Consultant

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    x61x200, Dec 8, 2009
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  3. MidnightSun

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    You can get any DDR3 modules that have the same specifications, you don't have to buy from Lenovo.

    Just look for the following:
    DDR3 204-pin
    1066MHz (although 1333MHz DDR3 will also work, but will downclock)
    PC-8500 (basically, 1066MHz RAM)
    Timings of 7-7-7-20 (CAS latency = 7) (although RAM of a higher CAS latency will also be okay - you likely won't notice the difference)
    SODIMM (for laptops)

    That is pretty much exactly the specifications of the RAM Lenovo uses.

    The RAM you linked to does not seem to be for laptops... make sure you're getting SODIMMs, which is the RAM form factor for laptops.
     
    MidnightSun, Dec 8, 2009
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    PwAg, Dec 8, 2009
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  5. Ethyriel

    Ethyriel Notebook Deity

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    SDRAM = Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory. The memory in all of our laptops has been SDRAM for a very long time, ever since BEDO DRAM lost out in the late 90's. You're right, though, a regular DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) won't fit. He needs an SO-DIMM (Small Outline DIMM) like you linked to.
     
    Ethyriel, Dec 8, 2009
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    x61x200 Notebook Consultant

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    My mistake! :)
     
    x61x200, Dec 9, 2009
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  7. LoneWolf15

    LoneWolf15 The Chairman

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    Good call.

    Link to a reliable vendor. Pick the module that fits your budget and brand preference, and it makes sense to stick with a CAS latency of 7, since you don't pay extra for it.
     
    LoneWolf15, Dec 9, 2009
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  8. BaldwinHillsTrojan

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    try crucial.com
     
    BaldwinHillsTrojan, Dec 10, 2009
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    Tx for noticing error. ;) Had ment to state DIMM, not SDRAM. Don't I feel a little "dim", esp after having built dozens of custom workstations.
     
    PwAg, Dec 10, 2009
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