Adding Memory to a Dell Dimension Desktop???

Leezza · Jun 4, 2006

We have a Dell Dimension 4300 with 256MB ram. We are thinking about adding more Ram (system has 2 memory slots), one being free, one with ther original 256MB.

We checked with Dell about buying 256MB, but they don't have it, they did tell us we could add 512MB to the second slot? Is that correct? I've always been under the impression that you need to "match" what you have?

Also, does anyone know another source to buy 256MB Ram compatible for this system?

Thanx,
Leezza

TimW · Jun 4, 2006

Same type ...not ness. same amount...
www.tigerdirect.com

DavidGP · Jun 4, 2006

Also try Crucial and use their Memory Advisor Tool, to correctly ID the type of RAM you need, then you can buy from Crucial or search another supplier as TimW linked for the same type memory.

http://www.crucial.com/ ( right top side is Advisor Tool )

but I have put in your PC info already and this is the type of RAM you need, http://www.crucial.com/store/listpa...bid=AM&model=Dimension+4300+Systems&submit=Go

Leezza · Jun 4, 2006

THANK YOU! Would this be fairly easy to install? Or would we need to send it out?

DavidGP · Jun 4, 2006

Nope you should be fine installing the ram yourself, here is a link to DELL and your PC model and some How To's http://support.euro.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim4300/replace.htm#1101572 including how to add ram/memory.

Leezza · Jun 4, 2006

Thanx again...!!!

TimW · Jun 4, 2006

This may help too:
http://www.irisvista.com/
How to's on laptops ....

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