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September 5th, 2020 01:00
RAM Upgrade
Folks,
I have a Dell XPS 15 (L501X) laptop which was purchased in 2011. I would like to replace the ‘RAM Memory Cards’. I know how to do this, but I’m not sure about the maximum amount of memory I can install. I’ve read that it is 8GB but I’ve seen videos that show 16GB memory being installed. Can anyone tell me what the maximum memory limit should be - I suspect it safer to go for 8GB, but would appreciate any advice. Thanks!
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bacillus1
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Catcha61
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September 5th, 2020 04:00
Dear bacillus1,
Thanks for your reply - much appreciated!
Charlie
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September 5th, 2020 05:00
The laptop has Intel i5-460M (2.53GHz) CPU.
U2CAMEB4ME
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September 5th, 2020 05:00
Welcome to the Dell Community @Catcha61
Just like Dell manuals Crucial is a good reference but is not always correct in aspects to what the hardware limitations are.
That's why they have this disclaimer *Not to exceed manufacturer supported memory.*
What CPU do you have installed???
Best regards,
U2
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September 5th, 2020 07:00
@Catcha61
8GB is the CPU's max memory.
https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/50179/intel-core-i5-460m-processor-3m-cache-2-53-ghz.html
Most of the time this value is correct.
The only other thing I can do is test it come Tuesday.
I'll find one in my warehouse and give it a try then.
Regards,
U2
NOTE:
The i7-640M is the highest rated CPU for your laptop.
https://www.cpu-upgrade.com/CPUs/Intel/Core_i5_Mobile/i5-460M_(PGA988).html
https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/49666/intel-core-i7-640m-processor-4m-cache-2-80-ghz.html