Additional RAM for Vaio SZ2XP

[jakubd]

Hi everyone,

I have just buyed a brand new Sony Vaio SZ2XP and I'm just curious, if it is to possible to add some more memory. I'm quite sure that it is possible, but can I buy some non-Sony memory modules, which will fit in to my Vaio?

[Blencogo]

Hi jakubd.

You need DDR2 PC2 5300 DDR2 667mhz modules. Your Vaio can take up to 2048MB of RAM.

You probably have 2 X 512MB fitted - so you will need a 2GB kit.

Try CRUCIAL.COM

[jakubd]

Do I understand it correctly, that it is possible to use non-original Vaio modules? I was kind of freaking-out, when I found out that the original Vaio RAM module costs 400€/512MB...

[Thalamus.]

Hi jakubd,

Yes you can use non-sony RAM and if you buy from Crucial.com as per Blencogo's link they will guarantee that it is compatible with your Vaio..

See there site for further details...:smileywink:

[jakubd]

OK, thank you both, guys...

I'm already registred, waiting for my salary ;-). And another good news for me is the fact, that one memory slot is actually free so I don't have to buy a set of two 1GB modules...

[Thalamus.]

You're welcome..:smileyhappy:

Not sure if you need this but here is a link on how to upgrade your Vaio's memory...:smileyhappy:

[Blencogo]

Good Luck jakubd,

I don't feel guilty about recommending a good supplier like Crucial even though this is a Sony forum. Sony pricing on these is immoral if not actually criminal.

As far as I can see, Sony buy in the memory modules from other suppliers like Samsung, add 300% and sell them as Vaio accessories!!

[Yonaz]

Hey

To my SZ2VP I bought a KINGSTON 1GB M12864E40 for about €1300 and it seem to work OK even though it was quite tricky to stick it in (had to use massive force!!)

Cheers:smileycool:

[jakubd]

I was thinking about Kingston as well, but I'm scared of using massive force on my Vaio, which is everything but cheap ;-).

But I'll visit my supplier first and have look at those Kingston memories, 1GB costs 2700CZK (appr. 90€) and if it won't work then I'll order one module for Crucial.com, 120€ with shipping is still acceptable.

Just for info, 512MB original Sony module cost 10 000 CZK (appr. 340€) in Czech Republic...

[jakubd]

Hi guys,

I looked at memoryx.net and found memory for only 100$, which is much cheaper than on Crucial.com. Does anyone have some experiencies with this online store?

I'm interesting in shipping to Europe - how much does it usually cost and how long does it take...

Thanks,
jakubd