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Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - GeneralApathy - 08-21-2011

Hey guys!

I've been using my laptop for a bit, and I've decided that (TADA) it's time to get a RAM upgrade. I'm currently using 4 GB of DDR3 (Two 2 GB DDR3 RAM chips) but my computer can max it up to 8 GB. I'm intending to do exactly that. I'd like to keep it in the $50-$60 range.

I've never upgraded a computer by myself really, so I'm pretty much a newb at this techie stuff. From what I've seen online, replacing seems pretty easy.

However, my questions are simply...
A. What brands would you recommend?
B. How do I know if the RAM would work with my computer? (Both in size and technical)

Laptop Specs

HP Pavilion DM4
Model 1162 us


I also did a scan from crucial, this is what I got (If it's any help)
http://www.crucial.com/systemscanner/viewscanbyid.aspx?id=8FDFDAE631D926C3

Thanks again for your help! ^^

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - Adam - 08-21-2011

I recommend Corsair, Crucial, G.Skill, Patriot, Kingston, Mushkin Enhanced since they are the most known.

For $45
You can have G.Skill 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3 1333 for your laptop

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231295

or

Mushkin Enhanced 8GB DDR3 1333 for your laptop
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226027

If your computer is running DDR3 you can run other DDR3 ram.

However a easiler a method would be look up what processor you have. In this case it is a intel processor so you have to go to the intel site , look up on google or hp support site to see how much DDR3 MHZ you can run up to. (DDR3 1066,1333,1600,1866,)
Since I look up your pc. It says you have a intel i5 you can run up to DDR3 1333.

Usually if you install higher speed then what it can run (DDR3 1600) it will downclock to DDR3 1066 or DDR3 1333

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - GeneralApathy - 08-21-2011

(08-21-2011, 02:19 PM)DABAMF Wrote: I recommend Corsair, Crucial, G.Skill, Patriot, Kingston, Mushkin Enhanced since they are the most known.

For $45
You can have G.Skill 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3 1333 for your laptop

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231295

or

Mushkin Enhanced 8GB DDR3 1333 for your laptop
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226027.

If your computer is running DDR3 you can run other DDR3 ram.

However a easiler a method would be look up what processor you have. In this case it is a intel processor so you have to go to the intel site , look up on google or hp support site to see how much DDR3 MHZ you can run up to. (DDR3 1066,1333,1600,1866,)
Since I look up your pc. It says you have a intel i5 you can run up to DDR3 1333.

Usually if you install higher speed then what it can run (DDR3 1600) it will downclock to DDR3 1066 or DDR3 1333

Wow, thanks! ^^

That RAM's below what I was looking at before, and it's got great feedback. I'll see what everyone else says, but chances are I'll be going with that one. XD

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Usually if you install higher speed then what it can run (DDR3 1600) it will downclock to DDR3 1066 or DDR3 1333
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So, it's best to get exactly at what you're aiming for, or lower? Or is down clocking a good thing...?

Sorry, I'm a newb and such >.<

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - Adam - 08-21-2011

Get the 8GB DDR3 1333 ram from G.Skill or Mushkin Enhanced . It will work great for your laptop. When getting ram try getting the type of ram it can run. If it can run faster ram then do it. Avoid looking for lower clock ram or very high clock ram.

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - DrGreenieMeanie - 08-21-2011

Thanks, i've always wanted to upgrade the ram and graphics on my laptop, and this answers all the questions I had about RAM, but... I really wanted an ATI or Nvidia graphics card (I have the Intel one now :I) but unfortunately, I don't know if its even possible to upgrade the graphics card in a Laptop, Ive heard the graphics card is soldered in or whatever and its almost impossible to replace :/. I was wondering if anyone had any wisdom for this.

My Laptop is an HP G72.

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - GeneralApathy - 08-21-2011

(08-21-2011, 02:56 PM)DABAMF Wrote: Get the 8GB DDR3 1333 ram from G.Skill or Mushkin Enhanced . It will work great for your laptop. When getting ram try getting the type of ram it can run. If it can run faster ram then do it. Avoid looking for lower clock ram or very high clock ram.

Just ordered it off of newegg, should be here in a couple of weeks. Thanks for the help! ^^

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - Adam - 08-21-2011

It is possible to replace a graphics card on some however it is a very slim chance. Due to the way the laptop is build and whether the graphics card is soldered. I opened my laptop before fully with the heatsink off, exposing the graphics card and cpu. It was solder for me so. Either way if you were to replace a graphics card on a laptop that could it would cost alot or the part would be rare to upgrade.

For desktops you can easily upgrade when ever you want usually on custom build pcs.

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - Tai Huu - 08-22-2011

Cloud game dat shiet despite that service is meh..

RE: Laptop RAM Upgrade Help - GeneralApathy - 08-26-2011

DABAMF YOU ARE GODLIKE.
THE RAM, IT WORKS.
I got a spotify invite for you in return, if you'd like it!
If not, then I'll BRAINSTORM.
And regardless...
THANK YOOOOOOUUUZZZZZ Big Grin