How to Determine the Type of RAM in a Laptop
All laptops use RAM, which stands for random access memory, to run applications and perform other basic computer operations. The amount and type of RAM installed on your laptop can have a great impact on the speed of your system. Determining the type of RAM your laptop uses, whether a PC or Mac, is important if you are planning on upgrading your memory to boost computer performance.
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Instructions
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PC Instructions
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Open the Start menu by clicking on the icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.
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Select the "All Programs" list and then choose "Accessories."
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Go into the "System Tools" folder and open the "System Information" utility program.
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Double-click on the "Hardware Resources" menu on the left side of the window to expand all hardware information.
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Click on the "Memory" tab to find the type of RAM currently installed on the laptop.
Mac Instructions
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Go to the Apple icon in the upper-left corner of the laptop screen and select "About this Mac."
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Click on the "More Info" button at the bottom of the pop-up window.
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Click on the "Hardware" category heading to expand the hardware details.
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Click on "Memory" in the hardware list to find the type of RAM installed on the laptop.
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