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Hardware Updates Website?
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Does anyone know of a website, where I could enter my computer details (make and Model) and find out the size limits for hardware updates, as in how much RAM (and what type) I can fit, how large a secondary HDD I could add, etc.?
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Crucial, the memory seller http://uk.crucial.com/gbr/en have a tool on their site for you to select the right type and amount of memory based on your computer model. I think they even provide instructions on how to replace the memory modules too.
As for the HDD, as long as you can fit a secondary HDD then there is no limit on the capacity of it. You just need to be sure you buy a unit with the correct interface type, and correct physical size. Most computer manufacturers maintain manuals for download on their website, Dell for example do this.0 -
If it's a cheap pre-built box from a high street retailer, then the chances are it'll have very limited scope for upgrading. Maybe 1 extra SATA socket on the mobo (for HDD), 2 full dimm slots for RAM, one or two extra power connectors, onboard graphics, onboard sound and not a lot you can really upgrade.“I may not agree with you, but I will defend to the death your right to make an a** of yourself.”
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There's a spare SATA connection, so I'm thinking an extra HDD, not least because I'll be able to store my files on a separate drive.
As far as RAM is concerned, I've had a look and both slots are in use, but, I'm thinking (or maybe hoping) I can replace the existing modules with bigger modules.
ETA: Just tried the Crucial Scanner (my computer isn't listed on the pull down menu :huh: ), and it doesn't appear to be working.0 -
Download CPU-Z
It shows you the motherboard model.
Then google motherboard spec and it should tell you the limiation.
And please make sure your PSU is powerful enough before you do any upgrade. also check out your pc case limitation before buying anything.0 -
If you do get the motherboard make and model, you can stick that into the Crucial site to find out your upgrade options.0
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Just had a Live Chat with Crucial.
Gave him my Motherboard number, and it turns out I can fit 16GB of DDR3 RAM.
Also, while looking for the MB number, I noticed that, as well as a spare plug on each of two SATA cables, there's two unused SATA sockets on the MB.
Does that mean I could fit 6 extra SATA devices?0 -
Bedsit_Bob wrote: »Does that mean I could fit 5 extra SATA devices?
No each SATA device needs its own socket, you can buy power doublers if you need more power.0 -
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Big_Graeme wrote: »No each SATA device needs its own socket
So why are there 2 plugs on each SATA cable :huh:0 -
Bedsit_Bob wrote: »So why are there 2 plugs on each SATA cable :huh:0
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