Extra Memory Upgraded But Showing Nothing
Sep 14, 2008I have a Sony vaio desktop v3s, pentium, 4 3.40ghz, I have upgraded the memory to 2gb but need more, but Sony say that is the limit, anyone know a way around this
View 2 RepliesI have a Sony vaio desktop v3s, pentium, 4 3.40ghz, I have upgraded the memory to 2gb but need more, but Sony say that is the limit, anyone know a way around this
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to install Windows XP.Can I add 256MB module, so total will be 384MB(128+256)? Or I need use 256MB module only? Or 2 x 256=512MB?
I have a custom pc with 512Mb of memory and want to add 1Gb to that.Ive already
check at Kingston,Crucial and Gigabyte sites and know I need a DDR-333 memory.
I have some questions though.
1.Will I need to add an extra fan to avoid higher temperature anywhere?
2.How can I know if my existing memory stick will work with the new one?
3.Do I need to change any configuration in my computer?
ive installed some extra memory i had 128mb i've now added another 128mb how can i tell if its installed right
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System Information
Time of this report: 10/12/2009, 08:13:30
Machine name: DARRENS
Operating System: Windows XP Professional (5.1, Build 2600) Service Pack 3 (2600.xpsp_sp3_gdr.090206-1234)
Language: English (Regional Setting: English)
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