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Is it possible to upgrade the RAM on this model? As I browse through the model page, i can´t see a RAM slot on the motherboard! Thanks.
The RAM (4GB) in this system is soldered to the main logic board. This system does not have any means to add additional memory. Asus made a second model in this series a X552EA which has 8GB soldered.
I just put an 8gb ddr3 ram chip in to replace the 4gb. I also recommend putting in an SSD Hard Drive. and upgrading the wifi card to dual-band 2.4/5 ghz with Bluetooth. Performance has improved. an extra $100.00 was worth it!
There is a single DDR3 slot on the back of the board. For the X551MA that I have, it was possible to remove the 4gb card and put in a DDR3 (low power, but backwards compatible) 8GB single stick. Just because you can’t see it on the front of the motherboard, you should remove the screws and have a look on the back to make sure! If they have 4gb of RAM soldered on there, I would love to see a picture and get a part number for the chip(s) they use! :)
How about the x551ca-sx278h Does it have a removable slot for the 4Gig module?
