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Presario CQ57 300-TU
Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit)

I want to upgrade the memory of my presario cq57 300 tu from 2 GB to 8gb as it supports 8gb memory with DDR3 RAM . I need a guide to know how can I upgrade the same . Shall I remove the already installed one from slot ist or let it be there. Is it a must to buy the same maker or can I change to different one.

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Your Service Manual:

 

Manual

 

See p. 45. This is specified 4 gig module part number:

 

621569-001

 

https://www.amazon.in/Memory-4GB-PC3-10600-13/dp/B005FCDHRQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=621569-001&qid=15635...

 

There are two slots as you see in the picture. The only way to get to 8 gigs is with 2 x 4 gig modules so you have to discard the 2 GB module currently in the laptop. You do not need to match the manufacturer of the current module. You can use any DDR3-1333 SO-DIMM such as the ones linked above. 

 

Post back with any more questions and please accept as solution if this is the info you needed. 

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Your Service Manual:

 

Manual

 

See p. 45. This is specified 4 gig module part number:

 

621569-001

 

https://www.amazon.in/Memory-4GB-PC3-10600-13/dp/B005FCDHRQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=621569-001&qid=15635...

 

There are two slots as you see in the picture. The only way to get to 8 gigs is with 2 x 4 gig modules so you have to discard the 2 GB module currently in the laptop. You do not need to match the manufacturer of the current module. You can use any DDR3-1333 SO-DIMM such as the ones linked above. 

 

Post back with any more questions and please accept as solution if this is the info you needed. 

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As emarket is flooded with tonnes of alternative products to choose from , which brand should I go with keeping in view budget and reliability of same as I have already seen 4gb DDR3 ram of Samsung costing 1400rs
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I would stick with a known brand. Samsung Hynix Crucial Kingston. But the offbrand modules can be a good value. If you buy from amazon.in with prime delivery good chances it is a good seller and chip maker so you can shop purely on price. 

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Thanks a lot !

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