Windows XP Install Help needed

Sounds like the HDD is dead or dying.

I removed one of the Ram Chips and all was ok. I guess I had a bad Ram chip

here is the link I found on the subject.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/318729/EN-US/

It may be the RAM slot itself. The CPxJ is semi-notorious for developing them

Get a 256mb PC100 Low Density Module with 16chips(8 per side)

You are right I tried to put in the new memory and it would not take it. when I removed the other memory my laptop would not boot with the new memory. I am going to take my memory back and get on 256 chip.   Thanks Fon..

I found a 256MB SYNC 144pin PC-133 Preminum will this work or does it have to be a
PC-100

Thanks Fon...

Not for sure, as PC133 is 2 steps up and it also needs to be low density. I have had one that did - a Centron-but you will be taking a chance unless you get some guarantee it will work from the seller and a return option if it doesn't

Go to either http://crucial.com or http://memoryup.com . Either one of those guaranty the memory they sell you will work in your notebook. Yes it may, or it may not, be a little more money BUT if for some ODD reason it doesn't work they will take it back for no cost to you. I have bought memory from both of these two places and never ever had any problems with it.

Message Edited by Ed C on 02-01-2005 07:39 PM

I have got memory twice for my Laptop and both times it did not work my laptop would not boot up. so I put the old memory in and it worked fine. the last memory I tried was 256MB PC100 SO-DIMM 144 PIN

can someone let me know if the memory below will work

Memory Size 256MB
Type of Memory PC100 notebook SoDIMM
Speed 100MHz
Pin Configuration 144-pin SoDIMM

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=1051384272714&skuId=4154015&productCategoryId=cat01170&type=product

Thanks Fon.

I ussed the following memory from best buy and it works great

Thanks for everyones input.

PNY 256MB PC100 SoDIMM Notebook Memory
Model: 6432ZESWM4


Fon.