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Post by c136s on May 14, 2020 0:38:55 GMT -5
I want to upgrade the memory on my Dell Inspiron 17 5676. Now I used to build PC'S. I saw a video first on upgrading this and the tools and screws are completely different. I think I remember Jholland 1964 that you had this laptop. Did you open it? I'd appreciate any any advice. I think the kit needs a Ph000 and maybe a Ph0000 screwdriver for the screws under the CD drive.
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Post by jholland1964 on May 14, 2020 8:13:01 GMT -5
My Dell laptop is an Inspiron 17 5759 not a 5676 and I have never opened it up so I can't help you. Where did you see this video? Did you check on the Dell site?
How much memory do you have in yours? Mine came with 8GB.
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Post by MrBill on May 14, 2020 11:24:35 GMT -5
This site can scan your PC and tell you what you have and what you can add. You do not nave to buy from them.
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Post by c136s on May 15, 2020 1:51:35 GMT -5
Thanks Judy and Mr.Bill I watched this video www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqQao1zcgII&t=166s which worked out pretty well for opening the laptop with PC toolkit, though some of the screws could loosen, but I had to turn the thing over and let a couple of them drop out. The screws under the CD drive need super small screwdrivers. There's also prying tools necessary for laptops apparently. Thanks for that scan site. I must have misinterpreted the max memory for this to be 2 modules of 16 gigs when it actually takes 2x8. I bought a 16 gig module from them. Since I didn't open it, I'm sure they'll refund or exchange.Maybe their support can also tell me what tools I need. Thanks again. |
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Post by jholland1964 on May 15, 2020 8:22:08 GMT -5
If you purchased from Crucial then yes, they do allow exchanges or returns if you purchased the wrong item.
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