How to video on upgrading your Eee PC’s memory from the stock 512MB module to a 1GB or 2GB module. This video uses an Eee PC 4G model, but the method is the same for the 4G Surf and 8G.
ASUS Eee PC Memory Upgrade
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Thanks, the upgrade is then definitely relevant. I am running Audacity and doing editing. If I thought I could get away with overclocking, I’d try that as well.
If by going to you mean from 512MB to 2GB, then yes, absolutely. From 1GB to 2GB, then not so much unless you’re running memory-intensive applications (ie: photo/video editing apps, games, etc.). If you have the applications to make use of 2GB, then always yes.
Does going to 2 GB of memory substantially improve the performance, assuming you are running on OS that will recognize the additional RAM?
It’s probably not going to matter either way. But it’s a good idea to test the system first before you upgrade the memory to make sure you have no existing issues.
aye man tell me something. do you think its a good idea to upgrade the memory even before you use it. say like i just got it and i wanna upgrade the memory. should i boot it up first and intall all the programs it has to install since its brand new.
Unfortunately, the 701 series does not have a slot for a second SSD. Only the 900 series and later have support for a second SSD (through a Mini PCI Express slot). Many series, including the 701, have primary SSDs soldered to the system board.
Were is the solid state drive located on this device?
Either 2GB or 4GB would be the limit for older Asus Eee PCs. They can vary from model to model and your manual (or pdf from their site) should tell you what the limit is for each model.
is there a limit as to how much RAM you can upgrade with? can I go from 1gb to 3gb, or should I only upgrade to 2gb?
@armyboy24
use a usb CD-ROM or a USB to IDE cable (20USD inc. PSU) and remove the your desktop CD-ROM drive and install as you would on a desktop. Don’t forget to set the bios to boot from USB !!
@ciphernemo
I have one without the back panel and it does have any expansions slot BUT you have to completely take apart the bottom half of the laptop…remove the MB to upgrade it. I upgraded from 512Mb to 2Gb and installed tiny XP set graphics to 128Mb and ran Google Earth top speed high res…v nice!
only paid 189USD 4 it!!! New!!
i bought a disney netpal asus is has a DDR2 So_DIMM 1GB but i want to change it to a 2GB would that be possible? the way you show it? what brand would you say is preferable for this asus?
The pre-installed distro of Linux (ie: Xandros with Eee PC application launcher) will need to have its kernel re-built to support 2GB and more. This process is much more simple than it sounds, but for those not comfortable with command-line Linux may find this daunting. I’d suggest a Google search on the topic that specifically applies to your Asus Eee PC model. Otherwise you can always install Linux or Windows from scratch and you’d be fine.
Nice video – thanks for posting!
I have an Asus Eee PC which I guess its RAM is 1 GB. I wonder how I can figure out what kind of memory to buy to upgrade it to 2 GB.
I also wonder, after upgrading, if I am supposed to change or modify some applications or program files on its Linux system.
Could some body help me with it?
Thanks
oh, thanks for the reply….yesterday night, I took the courage to just unscrew the bottom of my eeepc 701, and I realized that it has that two “thing”s at the side that secures the ram. So I believe my ram can be taken out like What I see in most of the videos. Haha, now I only need to figure out how to get rid of Linux and install XP, then I will add a 2 gig ram. Next, I will buy those DIY touch screen set and fix it in. Then I will be very happy! Hehe…
Unfortunately, and as far as I’m aware, no. Asus didn’t specify within their models which have different system board revisions. Asus only knows this through their serial number ranges.
Hi, any idea how do we check whether ours is an older model? Besides opening up the whole thing to see if it is soldered.
You might have an older model where the memory is soldered to the board and there is no expansion slot.
i have 701 4g surf, but theres no panel. what to do ?!
How about showing a video of upgrading the 8GB SSD on the Asus 1000.
A 2G is non-upgradable. It is crippled by the factory.
Great tutorial! Thanks!
what if you have the 2g surf i dont see this on the back side
u r the man