Dell and warranty issues?

Kristoph · 4 Jul 2008 at 14:47

Just wondering, if I picked up a Dell lappy, with 1GB of ram, and then chucked in 4GB - would this void the warranty?

I'm not sure what sort of 'warranty seals' they have on the chassis - but if none are broken, and I switch the original 1GB back should a problem arise... would they notice?

Relative · 4 Jul 2008 at 16:39

I don't know about dell's warranty, so I can't say with any certainly, but with most laptops I've had user installed upgrades don't void the warranty, as long as the parts in question are a compatible spec and do not cause damage to the system. If the system is damaged and the problem is linked to the new parts, then it is normally voided. Also, the new parts are obliviously not covered under the original manufacturer's warranty, only the original laptop parts.

Again, don't take my word, look it up yourself!

Kristoph · 4 Jul 2008 at 22:32

Thanks for that. I'm sure even if I did have a problem with the laptop, 4GB of ram wouldnt be the cause of it.

StevenG · 4 Jul 2008 at 23:47

mp3kla said:
Thanks for that. I'm sure even if I did have a problem with the laptop, 4GB of ram wouldnt be the cause of it.

if you did have a problem keep the old ram and swap it back out if you have to send it away!

StevenG

Indy500 · 4 Jul 2008 at 23:48

Is the processor and OS 64-bit? If no, you're only going to be able to use 3GB of that...

StevenG · 4 Jul 2008 at 23:51

sr4470 said:
Is the processor and OS 64-bit? If no, you're only going to be able to use 3GB of that...

didnt realise ram was limited by the cpu. thought it was just the os that limited the use of over 3 gb of ram.

StevenG

long time no seee sr4470

Indy500 · 4 Jul 2008 at 23:54

StevenG said:
didnt realise ram was limited by the cpu. thought it was just the os that limited the use of over 3 gb of ram.

StevenG

long time no seee sr4470

32 bit processor can't execute 64-bit code, so can't run a 64-bit OS to use that 4GB...

StevenG · 4 Jul 2008 at 23:56

sr4470 said:
32 bit processor can't execute 64-bit code, so can't run a 64-bit OS to use that 4GB...

blonde moment there

/tired

StevenG

Kristoph · 5 Jul 2008 at 00:20

One sexy laptop. Finally decided on one!

Looks like I wont need to upgrade my memory.

Cheers Rich/Pulse, he found a bargain for me earlier...

Dell XPS 1530

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.10 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 3 MB L2 cache)

Vista Ultimate

4096MB 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM [2x2048]

NVIDIA® GeForce™ Go 8600M GT with 256MB dedicated graphic memory~

15.4" Widescreen WXGA+ (1440x900) TFT Display with TrueLife™

320GB (5.400rpm) SATA Hard Drive

1Yr XPS Premium Warranty Support - Priority Call In and Onsite Support

Bluetooth

Upgraded battery - Primary 9-cell Lithium-Ion Battery (85 WHr)

2.0 mega pixel Camera & Tuxedo Black for CCFL Display

£769 including delivery.

Indy500 · 5 Jul 2008 at 02:29

That it? I was expecting a bit more for £769

Kristoph · 5 Jul 2008 at 17:22

sr4470 said:
That it? I was expecting a bit more for £769

Can you find better? Would seriously appreciate it!

Indy500 · 5 Jul 2008 at 17:24

mp3kla said:
Can you find better? Would seriously appreciate it!

Heh, IIRC the Vostro series gives you the same spec for £100 less.. I'll have a browse and check.

Nope, the 8600GT option has disappeared for the Vostros :confused:

Kristoph · 5 Jul 2008 at 17:32

Not sure, I've had a look at the vostro's a lot lately.

I just checked the Outlet site and found this..

XPS M1530 CORE 2 DUO T9300 2.50GHz
Memory Dual Channel 4.0GB (2x2048) 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
320GB HD SATA (5400rpm)
ASSY, BASE 256MB NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT
15.4 WXGA (1280x800) with Truelife
English - Vista Home Premium

It's a 9 cell, how far do they stick out?

It's £690 excluding delivery.

Indy500 · 5 Jul 2008 at 17:33

mp3kla said:
Not sure, I've had a look at the vostro's a lot lately.

I just checked the Outlet site and found this..

XPS M1530 CORE 2 DUO T9300 2.50GHz
Memory Dual Channel 4.0GB (2x2048) 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
320GB HD SATA (5400rpm)
ASSY, BASE 256MB NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT
15.4 WXGA (1280x800) with Truelife
English - Vista Home Premium

It's a 9 cell, how far do they stick out?

It's £690 excluding delivery.

Not sure if they even stick out. Which laptop option is that? Adding the T9300 usually costs a fortune...

Kristoph · 5 Jul 2008 at 17:38

It's not an option, its a refurbished laptop from outlet website. Thats why its so cheap.