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nrsanders09
nrsanders09
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i have a hp dv7-2273cl and i got 4 gs of ram an dim wanting to up grade to the max of 8gs (4g per slot) how do i figure out what ram sticks i am able to use and how to instal them into my laptop?

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raphoenix
raphoenix
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Curcial Part Number: CT1202868
Module Size: 8GB Kit (4GBx2)
Package: 204-pin SODIMM
Feature: DDR3 PC3-10600
Specs: DDR3 PC3-10600 CL=9 Unbuffered NON-ECC DDR3-1333 1.5V 512Meg x 64

Have to be running 64 Bit O/S to recognize more than 4 GB of memory.

Rick P.

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gedstar
gedstar
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This will tell you how to install the memory
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfr.....41745#N167

This will tell you what RAM is installed
http://www.hwinfo.com/

Or you can use this to see what RAM is installed and it will give you options for an upgrade
http://www.crucial.com/eu/store/drammemory.aspx

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nrsanders09
nrsanders09
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thank you guys that really helps im lacking in knowledge about laptops and how to work on them but just wanting to get my laptop to work smoother and a little faster than it currently is

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