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Hi mjslakeridge and USAFret. I removed the current ram & can now see where a second one would fit in. Thanks

Thanks mjslakeridge, I shall check that later and let you know, probably not till tomorrow, as deleting files and backing up at moment. It seems to make sense what you say though. With regard to software was all preloaded and I just had a number to activate it, their was no discs provided. Thanks

Hi USAFret The one in is in one piece filling any slots. But it may still have 2 slots as opposed to one that can be used for 2 separate rams. How can I check this? Am currently using thee computer so can't access the ram at moment and didn't want to remove yet as I working on deleting files...

Hi Oliverino2002 or anyone else reading this thread. Just to let you know I decided not to go for a new laptop but to try & upgrade the ram in my current laptop; get a new battery clean out some files, do as factory reset & see if it seems happier! New one a bit later down the line I think...

Hi mjslakeridge. Just to clarify, we were lucky enough to get the laptop for free through an educational scheme for less well off families who otherwise maybe disadvantaged by not having any access to a computer. We got a set amount of money on a card & had to order a 'special package' laptop...

Mjslakeridge I can download to my tablet I'm sure. But I do have a box where user manuals, paper receipts & guarantees are kept, just needs a bit of digging in a cupboard for, sure it'll be there. I was worried about the factory reset because the software wouldn't of been on in the factory...

USAFret. I do have photos backed up on phone and songs are from cds, some direct from online but also on mp3 & some things saved on email account so mostly ok but not fool proof but you are so right i don't do enough external type back ups. So if I do a full back up it will copy the software...

USAFret. Yes mine is similar but has 2 openings (plus the battery one) don't think finding it will be the problem just the level of ease replacing it, but if it is a slide it in situation should be straightforward. Thanks

Sorry mjslakeridge, I accidently minus voted you somehow when scrolling don't know how to clear, hope no offence taken. Told you I was rubbish at this stuff!

mjslakeridge I use away from router wirelessly, but it is the same when directly connected & don't have problems on tablets or phones. I have previously backed-up to disc & plan to do important stuff like photos, songs, guarantees etc to a USB just in case (some new laptops don't have a disc...

Am I capable to replace the ram four sure? Does it slip in like a battery in a phone does? Thanks

USAFret Those are so much cheaper than I imagined! So if I did buy the ram and am also able to get a battery, price wise it would be better than going for new. So I might try this way first and only buy new if this way fails (due to unseen faults maybe) or when/if a 2nd one is needed. Thanks...

mjslakeridge, I clean from the outside but might it need a clean inside? Thanks

USAFret, my son is 16. We share the laptop but he only uses for homework occasionally. But in the future he may go to uni or just leave home so by then he'd need his own. My current concern is to decide if now upgrading the Toshiba is more cost effective or to get a new one & not bother with the...