topic Re: help needed in PCs & Accessories

help needed

rosen — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 18:22:46 GMT

Hi everyone! I have got a 512 MB RAM from SONY -VGNBX196SP. Can I put it on PCG-415K. There is 2x256. I would like to replace one of them with 512.

Re: help needed

tonybeard — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 19:59:07 GMT

Go to crucial and use their scan software to assess what is suitable. I have a simular model and maximum RAM possible is 2x512 303_200 pin ddr sodimm
but double check that is the right RAM which is 105 eurosCrucial

Re: help needed

Blencogo — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 21:03:16 GMT

You will not be able to use the memory from a BX-series in a K-series. One uses DDR2 RAM and the other DDR RAM. I think you will find that it will not fit in the socket.

I would follow Tony's advice and buy the correct memory for your Vaio.

Re: help needed

rosen — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 10:35:50 GMT

thanx a lot. I found an american company that can deliver and it is just 60 USD.http://www.memorystock.com/Laptops-memory.htm

Re: help needed

Blencogo — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 14:42:11 GMT

Be careful!!!

The American site is recommending PC2100 DDR266 modules. Both Sony and Crucial are recommending PC2700 DDR333 modules.

I'm sure their module will work but it will be slower than the memory you already have installed.

Crucial DDR333 512MB costs $64.88 (about £2.70 more than the Samsung DDR266) but with free 1 or 2 day delivery. Are you getting free delivery from the US? If not it will cost you about $24 (£13) for a 10 to 12 day delivery.

Most of us on this forum know and trust Crucial - I don't know anything about the US company. The choice is yours but I think I know which I would buy!