Upgrading RAM

[willy123]

hi, I am considering upgrading my ram from 512 to 1gig and was wondering if I have to use sony's more expensive RAM modules or if there's a cheaper compatible option. My notebook is fs215b

Thanks

[Kei]

I hear the PCG-K215B has a maximum 1GB, is that correct?

When I visited Crucial, I performed a diagnosis on my PC using their diagnostic tool, and found that I have 2 slots fitted with 256MB modules, and my VAIO has a maximum capacity of 2GB.

What's up with that?

Can anyone confirm this?

Thanks

[rich912]

There is some conflicting information here as the main page for your model, at the Crucial site, states that the max RAM supported is 1024Mb. I would drop them an email to query it.

[Kei]

Apparently, after running a second system scan using their tool, it generated a different result: 2 x 256MB with 1GB capacity.

Their scanner musn't be all accurate.

[kee-lo_]

Best to use Everest Home Edition

[Stevesco]

I'm thinking also of upgrading my 512 to 1gb of Ram on my FS115B. As the graphics share 128 of the Ram will I notice a significant difference in performance of XP by doing this ?
I notice to it will require me to buy 2 x 512 modules to replace the existing memory.

[kee-lo_]

You will see a difference in Windows, not with graphics performance as the share stays at 128MB, but thats not a problem really.