Installing more notebook memory?

[Testosterone boy]

I have an 2002 HP xt1155 notebook. It is very easy to replace one of the RAM chips, all it takes is a screw removal. The other one apparently requires removing the case. I am leary of doing so without reassurance that this is safe. Anybody know the process?

My guidebook says to look it up online in the reference guide, this has not worked for me.

 

[XBiker]

Many times one DIMM is on the back (which is probably the one you replaced) while the other is under the key board.

It's not to tricky, just be careful not to break the contact wires that connect the keyboard.

 

[Testosterone boy]

Many times one DIMM is on the back (which is probably the one you replaced) while the other is under the key board.

It's not to tricky, just be careful not to break the contact wires that connect the keyboard.

Do I remove the 8 screws on the back or is there another way?

 

[Delinquent]

Do you have some kind of warranty? If so, I wouldn't take it apart without reading through the warranty. When I worked for dell tech support, the warranty would be null and void if the customer opened a notebook. Desktops are another issue but all notebooks get sent back to the factories for any internal repairs or upgrades

 

[Testosterone boy]

It is still under warranty but installing more memory SHOULD be quite simple. Obviously, I want to play it safe.

 

[XBiker]

It is still under warranty but installing more memory SHOULD be quite simple. Obviously, I want to play it safe.

I would contact support and get their $.02. It's their job.

 

[Testosterone boy]

FWIW....MicroCenter wanted $50 in labor to do it. Must be something to it?

 

[XBiker]

FWIW....MicroCenter wanted $50 in labor to do it. Must be something to it?

That's probably their standard one hour labor charge.

When I used to see Dell repairs, they normally came with a set of instructions.

As for HP, they are (were at least...) top notch in the business support department. I again recommend contacting them and asking for their assistance.

 

[Testosterone boy]

That's probably their standard one hour labor charge.

When I used to see Dell repairs, they normally came with a set of instructions.

As for HP, they are (were at least...) top notch in the business support department. I again recommend contacting them and asking for their assistance.

Thanks....I sent them an email an hour ago. Hurt my pride a little but it was common sense.

 

[The Whole F/N Show]

It's not that hard but not like install memory on a desktop. Laptops way more delicate when you open then up That's why when you buy you one you really want to get it as maxed out as you can affort and let ride until it's time to buy a new one. Fixing a laptop is a bitch.