Sony: RAM Expansion VPCEH2N1E

Topic started on Mar 21, 2012 4:17 PM , last reply on Apr 10, 2012 2:30 PM

TheOldHobbit

4 posts since
Jan 6, 2012

Hi, my VAIO is presently running 4gb of RAM. I beleive this unit can be expanded to a maximum of 6gb and wondered if anyone can tell me what type of ram and how many slots?? Is it DDR3 or different and what size block do I need. Can I do this myself or do I need to take it back to where I bought it..... Thank you in advance.

rich912
9,326 posts since
Aug 28, 2004

Written on Mar 21, 2012 5:41 PM

Hi TheOldHobbit,

Your model is shipped with one 4GB module and one empty slot. It is upgradable to 8GB by adding a single 4GB module.

From the Support specifications for your model:

Memory Size (GB) 4

Memory Type PC3-10600

Memory Specification DDR3 SDRAM

Memory Speed (MHz) 1333

Memory Composition 4 GB (SO-DIMM) x1

Max. Supported Memory 8 GB

Rich

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TheOldHobbit
4 posts since
Jan 6, 2012

Written on Mar 23, 2012 9:21 PM

Hi Rich, thank you for the information, very helpful indeed. If I do upgrade to 8gb, am I likely to see an improved performance on my laptop. I use it mainly for my photography, lots of graphics etc. Thank you again.
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rich912
9,326 posts since
Aug 28, 2004

Written on Mar 23, 2012 9:34 PM

Hi TheOldHobbit,

Assuming that you are presently using a large percentage of available RAM when processing graphics, the answer is almost certainly yes.

As memory is very inexpensive at present (a single 4GB module should cost no more than £20) it is certainly worth upgrading.

Rich

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Voyager_2002
3 posts since
Apr 9, 2012

Written on Apr 9, 2012 8:17 PM

Hi Rich,

I have a similar question: I want to buy a second 4GB memory module, but since there are so many brands and options I don't know how to ensure that a memory module that I order on-line would work in my Vaio.

Relevant details:
Memory Size (GB)
4
Memory Type
PC3-10600
Memory Specification
DDR3 SDRAM
Memory Speed (MHz)
1333
Memory Composition
4 GB (SO-DIMM) x 1

So when I am shopping for memory, do I need to check the number of pins, or what do I need to look for? Very few vendors seem to offer SDRAM, and when they do they say that it is for use in Apple machines! My model number is not included in those listed by Crucial and other vendors (it is a current EH series configured Vaio).

Hope you can help!
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rich912
9,326 posts since
Aug 28, 2004

Written on Apr 9, 2012 8:35 PM

Hi Voyager_2002,

Your Vaio will not be listed by Crucial if it is a configured model, but if you use their System Scanner it will make recommendations for compatible upgrade.

http://www.crucial.com/uk/store/drammemory.aspx

If you are still unsure then contact them by phone or email for confirmation.

Rich

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Voyager_2002
3 posts since
Apr 9, 2012

Written on Apr 10, 2012 12:16 PM

Thanks Rich,

The problem is that I have not yet bought the computer but am still working out exactly what I need and the total I will need to spend. So I cannot scan a computer that I don't yet own!

Maybe the Old Hobbit could do a scan and tell us the answer, since his RAM specifications seem to be exactly the same as mine. Or maybe you could be kind enough to tell me the key pieces of information that I need in order to search the vendors of memory modules?

And a warning to anyone else reading this thread: I visited another memory vendor's site and it did list the model number for "my" configured Vaio, but I am pretty sure that the module it recommended was wrong (it did not use SDRAM technology, but maybe that doesn't matter?).
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rich912
9,326 posts since
Aug 28, 2004

Written on Apr 10, 2012 1:03 PM

Hi Voyager_2002,

Looking at similar models (none configured) on the Crucial site the part you will need seems to be as follows:

Part Number: CT2660105

Module Size: 4GB
Package: 204-pin SODIMM
Feature: DDR3 PC3-10600
Specs: DDR3 PC3-10600 • CL=9 • Unbuffered • NON-ECC • DDR3-1333 • 1.5V • 512Meg x 64 •
Cost: £16.79 inc. VAT

Please check this with the supplier by email or phone...

Rich

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Voyager_2002
3 posts since
Apr 9, 2012

Written on Apr 10, 2012 1:55 PM

Thank you: that's great.
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mydearcosmo
18 posts since
Apr 10, 2012

Written on Apr 10, 2012 2:30 PM

Will it be possible to hold more than 8GB of RAM? What unit can carry such capacity?
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