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inspiron 1100 memory upgrade not working!
Im trying to upgrade the memory on an inspiron 1100. I tried 2 corasir value select 512 MB PC2700 SODIMM 333 MHz Memory (C13-2912) sticks. Only response from the computer was to beep at me. Corsair told me that the inspiron could not handle the 2700, that it needed the 2100 266, so I ordered Ultra 512MB PC2100 DDR 266MHz SODIMM Laptop Memory. Again, nothing but beeps. Both times, I tried each stick in each slot, individually and together. I am not able to flash the bios as the battery no longer holds a charge. Why can I not get memory to work in this computer?!?!. The original memory does work.
Thanks,
hrova
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May 16th, 2011 23:00
Dells can be very particular about which memory they accept.
Many people recommend using Crucial.com and their memory advisor to get memory guaranteed to work with your system.
Personally, I have had good luck with both Kingston and Patriot products as well, but your mileage may very.
lskeenan
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May 17th, 2011 22:00
I"ve read that it is good to flash the bios before installing new memory..... but I am unable since the battery no longer holds a charge. Anyway I can force it while plugging into an APC?
hrova
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May 17th, 2011 23:00
I do not know, but I can say I've upgraded memory multiple times on multiple machines and never had to update the BIOS to do so.