Solve : Need help understanding which RAM to pick for upgrade?

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Answer» I have an HP Special Edition Notebook L2000 CTO: AMD Turion 64 ML-34 1.8 Ghz processor with 1x1GB of memory. I am interested in finally upgrading the RAM since prices are pretty reasonable. I contacted HP's support via chat. The person with whom I chatted appeared to not know specifics about the computer, although I was able to verify that there are 2 memory modules. I understand from the computer manual that I need 333MHz, PC2700 DDR-1 RAM. The woman in the HP Chat said it's DIMM; that doesn't seem as though that can be correct from the research I've DONE. Will it matter if it SO-DIMM or DIMM? Thanks! [Saving space - ATTACHMENT deleted by admin]Try the below link. http://www.memory.com/net/System.aspx?model=36448Are those actual HP parts on that website or third party? I found Crucial memory for $13 a/r with free shipping. http://www.buy.com/prod/crucial-1gb-pc2700-333mhz-200-pin-ddr-sodimm-laptop-memory-ct12864x335/q/loc/101/10393180.html Choice based on review: Quote I am totally satisfied with my upgraded memory. The rebate OFFER made for an especially attractive value ($30 back on 1 GB). I was REFERRED to Crucial by HP, the manufacturer of my laptop. What I found most impressive about Crucial were the tools they have available online, especially their automated detection for product compatibility. Never having installed memory, the detailed instructions were also very helpful. I usually prefer Kingston anything when I can get it.The memory for a laptop is not the same as a DESKTOP. You need the exact thing. You can go to some sites that will give you pictures of what it looks like. The term 'PC2700 DDR-1' is not specific enough. scadgirl007, I glanced at the link you posted and that RAM looks appropriate. SO-DIMM is Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module, Small Outline referring to the reduced size as compared to DIMMs used in desktop computers. A DIMM will not fit. :-) I've not been overly impressed with Kingston. I have not had any significant issues with Kingston, but then again, I have not had any issues with RAM from that are vendor specific. In my experience Kingston is a lot more expensive than equal products. I think most of the cost is paying for the brand name. I'm still in the market for new RAM, but I greatly appreciate your reply!!!

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I have an HP Special Edition Notebook L2000 CTO: AMD Turion 64 ML-34 1.8 Ghz processor with 1x1GB of memory. I am interested in finally upgrading the RAM since prices are pretty reasonable.

I contacted HP's support via chat. The person with whom I chatted appeared to not know specifics about the computer, although I was able to verify that there are 2 memory modules.

I understand from the computer manual that I need 333MHz, PC2700 DDR-1 RAM. The woman in the HP Chat said it's DIMM; that doesn't seem as though that can be correct from the research I've DONE. Will it matter if it SO-DIMM or DIMM?

Thanks!

[Saving space - ATTACHMENT deleted by admin]Try the below link.

http://www.memory.com/net/System.aspx?model=36448Are those actual HP parts on that website or third party? I found Crucial memory for $13 a/r with free shipping. http://www.buy.com/prod/crucial-1gb-pc2700-333mhz-200-pin-ddr-sodimm-laptop-memory-ct12864x335/q/loc/101/10393180.html

Choice based on review: Quote

I am totally satisfied with my upgraded memory. The rebate OFFER made for an especially attractive value ($30 back on 1 GB). I was REFERRED to Crucial by HP, the manufacturer of my laptop. What I found most impressive about Crucial were the tools they have available online, especially their automated detection for product compatibility. Never having installed memory, the detailed instructions were also very helpful.

I usually prefer Kingston anything when I can get it.The memory for a laptop is not the same as a DESKTOP. You need the exact thing. You can go to some sites that will give you pictures of what it looks like. The term 'PC2700 DDR-1' is not specific enough. scadgirl007, I glanced at the link you posted and that RAM looks appropriate.

SO-DIMM is Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module, Small Outline referring to the reduced size as compared to DIMMs used in desktop computers. A DIMM will not fit. :-)

I've not been overly impressed with Kingston. I have not had any significant issues with Kingston, but then again, I have not had any issues with RAM from that are vendor specific. In my experience Kingston is a lot more expensive than equal products. I think most of the cost is paying for the brand name. I'm still in the market for new RAM, but I greatly appreciate your reply!!!

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