Friday, 30 July 2010

An Easy Guide To Installing RAM

Updating your PC or laptop may seem a daunting task if you don’t know much about computers. Technology can seem complicated and to some people rather scary but in fact small maintenance jobs such as installing new RAM can become simple for everyone.

Experts in computer and Apple memory, Data Memory Systems, can help you purchase the best value RAM for your PC or laptop but if you don’t know how to install it then you can incur extra unneeded costs just because you don’t have the appropriate knowledge.

Before beginning it is important to know that static electricity can be very harmful to and even ruin the memory you have just purchased. Before you remove the memory from its static proof packaging you must touch something metal to earth yourself and remove any static electricity.

To install internal memory to your PC simply remove the power cable and unscrew the side panel. From here you can easily access the motherboard where you will find the memory sockets. Align the notches in the memory module with those in the socket and push straight until it clicks. You can then replace the side panel, reattach the power cable and power up the computer; the extra PC memory should be recognised instantly by your computer.

Before replacing memory in your Laptop you must read your manual so as not too exceed the maximum memory capacity of your machine. Before you start working remove the laptop battery from the back so that there is no power to the machine. On the back of most laptops there is a small hatch held on by screws, if your laptop does not have one of these then you may need the help of a laptop technician. Remove the screws and the hatch to expose the RAM then press the tabs on either side so that the memory module rises at a 45 degree angle. Remove the old memory from the slot and slide the replacement in at the same angle, once in place gently push down the module until it clicks into place then replace panel and battery.

The method of replacing or updating Apple memory can change from model to model so it is actually best to check on the manufacturer website before attempting to change any part of your Apple machine. Changing the memory in an Apple Macbook is very similar to changing it in a laptop though you have to remove the whole back cover before opening the memory compartment and replacing the RAM.

It is important to remember that changing the memory in your computer or laptop will not damage the data you have stored on there. Actual data is stored on your computers HardDrive and will remain there while the changes are made. The RAM itself just gives your computer or laptop an extra boost of speed allowing it to work more efficiently.

For all your computer memory needs and much more including camera memory please visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com

Tuesday, 27 July 2010

The Advantages of upgrading your PC’s RAM.

Slow grumbling computers can be a hassle. Waiting for web pages to load for hours and watching your favourite games freeze and crash is always disappointing. But your machine is not necessarily worn out, out dated or broken. The solution could be simple; it could just be as easy as purchasing more computer memory and giving your PC a boost of RAM.

The solution to many computer problems is just a click away at Data Memory Systems where you can purchase PC memory, Apple memory and camera memory.

If you enjoy surfing the web but your computer wants to move a little slower than you do changing your internet connection may not be the answer. Today’s websites use flash and shockwave animation and a boost in RAM can allow your computer to load the pages faster and to keep up with your fast paced web browsing.

A fast paced lifestyle may mean that you are trying to do a hundred things at once; this may include opening hundreds of applications or documents at once and swapping back and forth between them. Having more internal memory means that your computer doesn’t need to use its hard drive to store data therefore programs can be opened, closed and edited faster.

Computer’s aren’t always for serious work, what about the fun? Larger amounts of RAM on your computer means there is more space to fit in instructions and therefore larger programmes can be loaded successfully, editing software, flash players and gaming cards will all run successfully if your computer has sufficient RAM.

So if your tired of your computer working slower than you and want your machine to have a real boost, why not purchase some Dell memory, HP memory, Apple Memory and much more from Data memory systems and find out the major advantages for yourself.

About Data Memory Systems:
The Data Memory Systems’ team wants to provide the best possible quality PC memory and Apple memory at the lowest prices. They offer great service and value for your money. Whether you have a Dell, HP, Sony, IBM or Apple Mac system, they have the compatible memory for your device.

Tuesday, 13 July 2010

Computer Memory Explained

Buying more memory for your computer can be a simple way to boost your machines performance just as long as you know what you are ordering! At Data Memory Systems you can purchase PC memory, Apple Memory, Dell Memory, HP memory and digital camera memory. All you need to know is the manufacturer or the model information.

However if you need more memory for you PC, Apple computer or digital camera and have no idea where to start, don’t panic. Most of the time computer jargon can seem scary and off putting but this simple guide breaks down all the computer language into explanations that finally makes sense.

RAM which stands for Random Access Memory is simply a form of computer storage where any piece of data can be accessed in any order or at random regardless of its physical location and whether or not it is linked to the previous piece of data. RAM refers to read and write memory, you can both write data into RAM and read data from RAM. Buying more RAM (memory) for your computer can give your machine an instant boost in speed and is cheaper than replacing the whole system.

SDRAM stands for synchronous dynamic random access memory and is a type of RAM which stores each separate piece of data within separate capacitors. Unlike DRAM which updates changes to input as soon as possible SDRAM waits for a clock signal and is therefore synchronized with your computer. SDRAM runs at a much higher clock speed than conventional RAM.

DDR is Double-Data-Rate memory which is a very fast form of memory which supports data transfers on both sides of the computers clock cycle therefore doubling the memory chips data input. DDR SDRAM uses less power and therefore is better suited to notebook computers.

Hard Drives (also known as hard disk drives) are where all your computers files and programs are stored and work on similar memory technology to a videotape. If your hard drive is damaged for any reason everything on the computer will be lost.

Flash Drives are memory storage devise that works on flash memory, a special type of electrically erasable programmable read-only memory which can be changed and updated easily. These drives are plugged into a computers USB port to create a portable storage device. USB flash drives are also known as thumb drives, jump drives, pen drives and key drives.

Now that all the jargon has been made easy, for all your computer memory needs please visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com/ .

About Data Memory Systems:

The Data Memory Systems’ team wants to provide the best possible quality PC memory and Apple memory at the lowest prices. They offer great service and value for your money. Whether you have a Dell, HP, Sony, IBM or Apple Mac system, they have the compatible memory for your device

Friday, 2 July 2010

Hard Drives from Data Memory Systems

Data Memory Systems, the leading US provider of all memory solutions, has a wide range of hard drives for a host of computers such as Acer, Apple, Compaq and Dell.

Hard drives, in layman’s terms, are non-volatile storage devices, which means they can retain stored digital data even when the computer is not on. The data on the hard drive is encoded magnetically and the storage capacity is measured in gigabytes or terabytes.

First invented in 1956 by IBM, hard drives have progressed rapidly with advancing technology and can now store more data than ever before at a price that suits most people. The company that also brings you Apple memory solutions has a vast range of internal and external hard drives to prolong the life span of your computer and give you more space to store your data.

An external hard drive is extremely useful for keeping your computer clean and free from cluttered data, making it run faster for longer. Connected by a USB, Firewire or eSATA cable, external hard drives come in a range of sizes with a storage capacity of over 2TB and growing. The availability of USB, Firewire and more recently, SATA, have enabled faster transfer rates as well as provide an easy to use solution for more storage, which is why external hard drives are becoming more and more popular as days go by. External USB SSD Drives are perfect for this use, as are External USB Drives.

Internal hard drives are ideal to expand the storage of your computer. Coupled with buying more RAM, it can save you having to buy a new computer and in many cases, speed up your current one. Drives such as Internal Desktop 3.5” SATA Drives are ideal for desktop computers while Internal Notebook 2.5” SATA Drives are great for mini notebooks and laptops.

For more information, or to view the entire range of hard drives the firm stocks, please visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com.