Computer Memory Tips

Computer Memory Tips in Upgrading Your Laptop

Notebook computers are increasing in the market, but upgrading and maintaining laptop computer memory is still not so easy.  It's important to choose a memory that is compatible with your notebook computer. When handling laptop memory, you need to be careful because it's a little delicate.

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Here are some tips to remember when Adding Laptop ram. It's important to shut down the Notebook and make sure it's unplug from power source.  If lights are still visible, double check for any live power sources
before continuing.  Unlike desktop personal computers, Laptop doesn't need to take apart in order to add Laptop ram. To some Notebooks, the memory slots can be accessed via a panel that's usually located at the bottom. You can use a small screwdriver to open the panel and see the existing memory. You can also do this to check the exact type of memory your Laptop uses because the front of the flash strips is visible when you open the memory panel.
                                                                      


The ram strips are locked in on the ends of the strips using small clips. Flip the clips if you want to remove the existing ram and gently pull the flash strips from their holding place. When you're adding new memory, push gently until your sure it's fully seated in the slots, then hold it in place by closing the clips.  Once you've added or replaced the computer memory, all you need to do is replace the access panel and screw it back into place. Turn on the Notebook to check if the computer memory can be read. Once it starts up, you should be informed about the memory and how much it thinks it has access to.  Should you encounter problems, just repeat the procedure and check that the computer memory is properly seated in the Notebook.