Comments on: How to upgrade memory in Dell Inspiron 9300 laptop

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:15:17 +0000

Hey all,

I have had hte same problem with the Dell 9300 upgarde to 2GB. The solution that worked for me (however drastic and overkill it might be) was to re-install windows and switch the RAM right before the re-install. Worked like a charm and 9300 running quicker than ever now. Hope this helps!

By: nomadd

nomadd — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 09:45:20 +0000

Hi,

I am having a similar problem mentioned above. Crucial 2x1GB RAM causes Win7 to hang on boot. Any solutions out there? Would reformatting with Vista or XP make a difference? Thanks.

By: Laptop Tech

Laptop Tech — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 16:43:01 +0000

@ Jordan,

I upgraded to G.Skill 2x1GB DDR2 PC4200 and it won’t boot. Running Windows 7 32bit and it runs fine with the 2x512mb, but not with the 2x1GB. I can get it into safe mode fine, but gets to the loading Windows logo and sits and swirls forever.

It’s possible one of the new memory modules is defective.
Try removing new memory modules one by one. Will it stat properly with only one 1GB module installed? Try installing them into different slots.

By: Jordan

Jordan — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 23:25:24 +0000

I upgraded to G.Skill 2x1GB DDR2 PC4200 and it won’t boot. Running Windows 7 32bit and it runs fine with the 2x512mb, but not with the 2x1GB. I can get it into safe mode fine, but gets to the loading Windows logo and sits and swirls forever.

By: Michael

Michael — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:42:37 +0000

Upgraded an Inspiron 9300 in seconds with these instructions. Worked perfectly with 2x1GB. Many thanks indeed.

By: Discodaisy

Discodaisy — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 16:15:14 +0000

I have a Dell Inspiron 1545 and the memory on it is 1GB – I want to upgrade it. Do i follow the same method as above? Also, what memory cards will I need?

Thanks.

By: Chris Nielsen

Chris Nielsen — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:54:45 +0000

Is it possible to upgrade a Dell 9300 Inspiron to 4GB of RAM?

I just purchased 2gb DDR-533 PC2-4200 form my mini 10 but found out the memory is only good for the 10v. When i purchased they say it is compatible with the 9300 inspiron. I know this requires pairs. If I purchased another could I upgrade my 9300 Inspiron to 4GB of RAM?

If so… Would I need new BIOs and what version?

By: LR

LR — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:29:48 +0000

Im also having the same problem as JoyBell. I have a Dell 9300 w/ windows 7 I bought my ram thru
dell 1gb ddr2 pc2-6400 x2 the computer recognizes the new ram, but windows won’t start. I have bios version A05 dell doesnt have an update. I spoke w/ dell techs and they told me that I should use
pc2-4200 i dont think that is the problem. I think its windows 7.

Thanks

By: JoyBell

JoyBell — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:27:24 +0000

I have a Dell Inspiron 9300 with Windows 7. I have bought new ram, Kingston 1GB DDR2-533 PC2-4200 x’s 2 to upgrade my machine. However, the computer recognizes the new ram, but windows won’t start…Do you have any thoughts on this?

Thank you.

By: Laptop Tech

Laptop Tech — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:51:26 +0000

Pam,

I have a Dell Inspiron 9300 and the B slot doesn’t seem to be working. The RAM is fine I’ve tried it in the A slot and it works. Is there anyway to fix this slot?

Unfortunately there is not much you can do to fix the faulty memory slot. The slot is soldered directly to the motherboard. There are many small connectors soldered to the motherboard. Most likely one of them is bad and has to be resoldred. I don’t think that you can do it at home without special soldering equipment. I’ve never done it myself.

You’ll have to use the laptop with only one working slot or replace the entire motherboard.

By the way, you can try this trick: http://www.laptoprepair101.com/laptop/2008/02/28/fix-laptop-memory-slot-failure/