Monday, October 29, 2007

What can I upgrade in a laptop?

What can I upgrade in a laptop?

Unlike a desktop, laptops and other portable computers often do not allow users to upgrade many of the components it comes with. Below is a listing of common laptop upgrade questions and the answers to each of the questions regarding laptop and portable computer upgrades. These types of upgrades refer to the upgrade done to a laptop after it has been purchased.

Can I upgrade the memory in my laptop?

Almost every laptop and portable computer allows a user to upgrade the memory (RAM) in the computer. Often this is done by opening a compartment on the bottom of the laptop and adding or removing and adding a new stick of memory.

Many times you must purchase the memory for your laptop through the laptop manufacturer or an authorized dealer. However, many memory manufacturers and companies also make compatible memory for many of the newer laptops. If you have questions about your laptops memory specifications or how to upgrade the memory you should contact the manufacturer of your laptop.

Can I upgrade the processor in my laptop?

Some laptop and portable computer manufacturers allow their customers to upgrade their processor speeds. However, if available seriously consider the upgrade in speed and the cost, often for the amount of money spent and the little increase in performance it may not be worth the upgrade. This type of upgrade often requires the laptop computer or portable computer manufacturer or authorized repair shop to perform the upgrade and is not something an end-user will be able to do.

If you are curious about the availability of upgrading your laptop or portable computer processor and the cost involved you must contact the laptop manufacture for additional information.

Can I upgrade the laptops hard disk drive?

Some manufacturers may allow their users to upgrade the hard disk drive to a larger size and many times the hard drive is relatively easy to install in a lot of laptops that have this ability.

Although this may be an available option users should also consider external hard disk drive solutions such as USB or firewire drives. Although these solutions will be an external solution and may hinder the portability of the computer it is often a cheaper solution and will allow you to upgrade to a much larger capacity.

Users who are curious about upgrading the hard disk drives in their laptops or portable computers should contact the manufacturer for additional information and availability.

Can I upgrade the laptops GRAPHIC CARDS?

Yes u can check out the graphic card upgradability section to find out if your laptop is compatible.

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