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David

#25
Apr 22, 2008, 17:57:31
Currently installed memory:



  256MBDDR PC2700  256MBDDR PC2700

Each memory slot can hold DDR PC2700,DDR PC3200 with a maximum of 1GB per slot.*



*Not to exceed manufacturer supported memory.


2nd bit     ???
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Rik

#26
Apr 22, 2008, 17:59:35 Last Edit: Apr 22, 2008, 18:02:37 by Rik
It looks like you have 2 x 256MB of RAM installed, David. Making that 2 x 512MB would be a significant improvement. 2 x 1GB would be even better. You're probably looking at around £26 for the former, £48 for the latter.

http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Products.asp?CatID=22&Category=Memory&ThumbNails=Yes&FilterKeywords=&FilterMinPrice=&FilterMaxPrice=&FilterCategories=82&OrderBy=1
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LesD

#27
Apr 22, 2008, 19:01:07
Quote from: Rik on Apr 22, 2008, 17:59:35
It looks like you have 2 x 256MB of RAM installed, David. Making that 2 x 512MB would be a significant improvement. 2 x 1GB would be even better. You're probably looking at around £26 for the former, £48 for the latter.

http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Products.asp?CatID=22&Category=Memory&ThumbNails=Yes&FilterKeywords=&FilterMinPrice=&FilterMaxPrice=&FilterCategories=82&OrderBy=1

Me I would be looking here:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2-x-512MB-PC2700-DDR-333MHz-Unbuffered-184-Pin-DIMM-1Gb_W0QQitemZ330230394244QQihZ014QQcategoryZ172QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

but check the pins (184) and frequency ie the 333 MHz are right for your machine

Regards,

Les.

David

#28
Apr 22, 2008, 19:26:00
Thanks Les for that have marked the item and will check both before bidding....Rik always there and appreciate everything,including the puns   :thnks: :karma:
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Inactive

#29
Apr 23, 2008, 00:43:32
Or.... I got mine from here last week, it is branded and a matched pair, Lifetime Warranty as well. ;)

Just check for compatibility.

https://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/default.php?cat=11&type=11020&man=0&filterwords=&go=SEARCH&comp=
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LesD

#30
Apr 23, 2008, 13:18:53
Quote from: Inactive on Apr 23, 2008, 00:43:32
I got mine from here last week, it is branded and a matched pair, Lifetime Warranty as well. ;)
https://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/default.php?cat=11&type=11020&man=0&filterwords=&go=SEARCH&comp=
Those are good prices!  :thumb:
Regards,

Les.

David

#31
Jun 06, 2008, 13:24:11
Ok so Im only just about to order  :-X I think I am right but thought I would double check.I have had the back of this thing and looked where the ram slots are and can see I have 2 spare slots now I think I should be ordering 2 SIMM have I got it correct ?

I want to take out one of the existing SIMM to get the number off it.can I do any harm ?I will ensure I am aware of static so will be careful.

Have I got it all right.......... :fingers:
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Rik

#32
Jun 06, 2008, 13:28:06
That's the way to go, David. :)
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Inactive

#33
Jun 06, 2008, 13:29:22
No need to take it apart David, using Internet Explorer, go to Crucial and run a memory scan, it should tell you exactly what you need and what the maximum is.

http://www.crucial.com/uk/?gclid=CPTQwb7p35MCFQ3_sgodTXrmZQ

:thumb:
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David

#34
Jun 06, 2008, 13:32:44
Quote from: Rik on Jun 06, 2008, 13:28:06
That's the way to go, David. :)
:ithank: Thanks Rik....will get ordering,looking forward to seeing what effect it has  :fingers:
Many hammer all over the wall and believe that with each blow they hit the nail on the head.

David

#35
Jun 06, 2008, 13:34:33
Quote from: Inactive on Jun 06, 2008, 13:29:22
No need to take it apart David, using Internet Explorer, go to Crucial and run a memory scan, it should tell you exactly what you need and what the maximum is.

http://www.crucial.com/uk/?gclid=CPTQwb7p35MCFQ3_sgodTXrmZQ

:thumb:

Thanks In will try that, :thumb:
Many hammer all over the wall and believe that with each blow they hit the nail on the head.

David

#36
Jun 06, 2008, 13:42:06
System Manufacturer:  Packard Bell NEC
System Model: 00000000000000000000000
Motherboard Manufacturer: NEC COMPUTERS INTERNATIONAL
Motherboard Model: GA-8TRC410M-NF



would this be enough for me to order the correct SIMM ?
My particular model is not listed so a generic/universal type ?

Maximum Memory Capacity:  2048 MB
Currently Installed Memory:  1024 MB
Available Memory Slots:  2
Number of Banks:  4
Dual Channel Support:   N.A.
CPU Manufacturer:  GenuineIntel
CPU Family:   Intel(R) Pentium(R) D CPU 2.80GHz Model 4, Stepping 7
CPU Speed:  2793 MHz
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Inactive

#37
Jun 06, 2008, 13:58:43
You should be able to run a system scan at Crucial without your computer being listed, it should advise the correct memory down the page David. ;)
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David

#38
Jun 06, 2008, 14:02:29
Thanks In got it,and a very good price too.....now the hard part waiting for the postman...and its a weekend :rant2: why do I always do these things over the weekend . ;D
Many hammer all over the wall and believe that with each blow they hit the nail on the head.

Sebby

#39
Jun 06, 2008, 17:16:59
Crucial deliver very quickly, at least in my experience. :)

David

#40
Jun 06, 2008, 17:24:03
Just,for once looking forward to putting these in and seeing a difference,have checked out the "How to" sites and got a better view of this with the aid of photos so fairly confident.. ;)

watch this space Sebby !! :pray:
Many hammer all over the wall and believe that with each blow they hit the nail on the head.

Sebby

#41
Jun 06, 2008, 17:25:12
It's very simple, David, I promise. ;)

You'll see the existing RAM, and some empty slots next to them. The new RAM simply clicks in, and it only fits in one way. :)

Rik

#42
Jun 06, 2008, 17:25:57
Unless you use a hammer, that is...  >:D ;D :out:
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Sebby

#43
Jun 06, 2008, 17:28:22
:rofl:

David

#44
Jun 06, 2008, 19:27:51
Quote from: Rik on Jun 06, 2008, 17:25:57
Unless you use a hammer, that is...  >:D ;D :out:

With me Rik,this is entirely possible  :bump:
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Simon

#45
Jun 06, 2008, 21:22:15
Quote from: Rik on Jun 06, 2008, 17:25:57
Unless you use a hammer, that is...  >:D ;D :out:

But it has to be a left-handed one.   :D
Simon.
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Lance

#46
Jun 06, 2008, 23:37:23
:pmsl:
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Inactive

#47
Jun 06, 2008, 23:50:45
Good news David, last time that I ordered from Crucial, the memory arrived extremely quickly.

Even I can fit memory, so I am sure that you can.. ;)

If you need a video of how it's done, let me know, I will post a link.
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David

#48
Jun 09, 2008, 11:16:07
Quote from: Inactive on Jun 06, 2008, 23:50:45
Good news David, last time that I ordered from Crucial, the memory arrived extremely quickly.

Even I can fit memory, so I am sure that you can.. ;)

If you need a video of how it's done, let me know, I will post a link.

Thanks In that would be helpful......going to look into the laptops as well  ;D
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Inactive

#49
Jun 09, 2008, 11:19:41
Hold fire, I will go find it..  ;)
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