can I upgrade the system? I am a big fan of games so...I just wonder if it's possible to upgrade the RAM to 2GB and what would be the price?
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Hello Yen, Yes, you can upgrade it. However, the two RAM slots on the computer are filled with the original memory cards (two 512KB PC 5300 SO-DIMM). To upgrade it to 2GB, you have to remove the two original RAM cards and replace them with two 1GB cards. So, the cost to upgrade this computer includes (or can be offset by selling) the two original cards. I checked DealNews.com and they show this type of card selling at US$66 each and up. Note that if you buy the computer preconfigured with 2GB RAM directly from Apple that you will be charged an additional US$175. (This would include installation, but you would not have the two RAM cards to sell.) Hope this helps.
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Update (since I previously said it WAS expandable): When I talked to a rep a couple of weeks ago, I was assured that the RAM was upgradeable, but it might have to go to one of their service centers. Just called in, and the sales rep said 2 gb was the max (BUT it was obvious she was just reading the same site info that I already had in front of me). Frustrating.
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Melder you might want to prepare as there is now a review on cnet.com where the reviewer states his unit comes with 1GB welded on and no way to update it to 2gb. Please post your findings when you get your unit and I hope the RAM is upgradeable!
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There is enough horsepower to play games and you can add RAM to it make it run even smoother. Short answere is Yes, you can.
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Good question.I bought the same PC, just a step down though. The one that I purchased came pre-installed with 6GB of RAM. Amazon claimed 8GB was the max. I upgraded with no problem.From the experience I've had with Amazon, they're good about providing the correct information in the product description (I've only seen one instance where it wasn't). IMO you shouldn't have any trouble with upgrading.Hopefully this helps.
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If you want to upgrade from 4GB of Ram to 8GB of Ram make sure you purchase one DDR3L memory stick. If you do not get the chip with L at end of DDR3 it won't work. You only need one chip to upgrade, that's what I did. I now have 8GB of RAM/
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I do not believe the RAM can be upgraded. Not sure about any other hardware.
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Thanks for the news. One more thing, is it just me or is my computer running slower with my 2gb 667 ram as opposed to the 1gb 800 ram? It seems like it is.Thanks again.
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I downloaded the manual from asus. There's no mention of a memory upgrade.XP will around for a few more years. Too many computers have XP for it to go away any time soon.
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It is very easy to upgrade ram. I just did it and did not even look at a guide. Note that there is only one SO_DIMM slot, so you cannot buy a 1 gb stick and add on. I swapped out the 1 gb stick mine came with, with onee of two 2 gb sticks on my thinkpad. better value all round. also, i just read online that asus changed their policy of treating ram upgrade as voiding warranty. not sure though.
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unfortunately if i recall from trying this with mine there is only 1 slot for RAM so to upgrade it you would have to find a RAM card that's higher than the existing one.
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Thank you for you reply.I guess I wasn't clear on what I was asking.Is the notebook upgradeable to 2 GB Ram? [it uses 200 pin 667,pc5300 memory] Is it hard or easy to open the case and get at the memory stick?Will it void my warranty? I'm afraid Crucial can't help me with these questions.
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8 gigs and without other upgrades (ie mobo) it is maxed out. You cant simply add additional memory. We bought this for a 14 year old for Christmas this year. He games some days for 4 hrs and some days 10 hrs. He loves it. So far he hasnt had an issue with any game he has downloaded. He is very satisified (for now atleast)
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I upgraded graphics card and power supply , however even before doing do it could still run newer games just average specs on graphics unless you upgrade , mainly lacks shadow detail (stock graphics card) but still def worth it
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This is an older model laptop. While still a great computer capable of gaming on the go, it has been discontinued by Alienware. Several sellers here have already upgraded the ram to 8gb but if you purchase one that does not have it upgraded, you would need to purchase 2x4gb sticks of DDR3 1066 ram. It is an easy upgrade, you just remove the screws on the bottom panel and once removed, replace the existing sticks with the new ones. Just be warned of the additional cost of having to purchase the ram. It may be more beneficial to buy one from a seller that has already performed the upgrade.
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Karen, you cannot add memory. You buy it as it is with 32 GB. Upgrade not possible, sorry.
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YES! i have 12 gigs of ram now, thinking of upgrading again to 16. Also should be able to run modern games. Has no problem running minecraft!