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Upgrading RAM on Thinkpad T410
Posted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 5:58 am
by allbrad04
When I try to upgrade the RAM from 2 x 2GB (4GB total) to 2 x 4GB (8GB total), the boot up process stops at the "starting windows" screen. I have been told that the bios might need tweaking!
I have tried booting with only one 4GB module loaded into the slot under the keyboard but this doesn't work either. Only reverting back to the supplied configuration of 2 x 2GB works.
What am I doing wrong?
Suggestions appreciated
Re: Upgrading RAM on Thinkpad T410
Posted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 6:01 am
by Cigarguy
What type of RAM did you get? I would suspect there's something wrong with the new RAM.
Re: Upgrading RAM on Thinkpad T410
Posted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 8:29 am
by allbrad04
Thanks for your reply Cigarguy,
I have 2 x 4GB DDR3-1600, SODIMM by Integral.
I also have an 8GB single 8GB RAM card, (same spec as above).
Will that work also?
If so, I would prefer that option.
Re: Upgrading RAM on Thinkpad T410
Posted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 9:35 am
by RealBlackStuff
T410 takes 'only' 2x4GB RAM, and your problem is the RAM-speed.
T410 normally requires DDR3-PC8500 (AKA DDR3-1066) or PC3-10600 (AKA DDR3-1333)at best.
Anything faster (like your 1600) and you are in trouble!
Re: Upgrading RAM on Thinkpad T410
Posted: Fri Jul 12, 2013 9:56 am
by jayton4
In most cases, the RAM will down clock itself to the proper speed. I think the problem is due to something else, perhaps voltage (1.3v Vs. 1.5v), etc. I have tried 2x4GB Kingston 1600MHz in a T410 and it worked great with CPUZ reporting the correct speed of 533MHz (DDR3-1066). I am not familiar with Integral. Stick with one of the well known brands, Kingston, Crucial, Centon, PNY, Patriot, Corsair.