Today in 2021, laptops have become a vital item for everyone, this is why different aspects of the device itself such as its speed, available memory as well as processing power is very important. Most laptops can easily be upgraded according to changed user requirements.
Unlike desktop computers, the process for upgrading laptop devices can be confusing for do it yourself enthusiasts. Here is a breakdown of easy laptop upgrades you can go for to significantly improve the performance of your device.
Note Before Upgrading Your Laptop Computer
It is necessary to keep in mind certain facts before you embark on upgrading your laptop’s capacity. Upgrades and or changes to the original hardware (especially when sourced outside of a manufacturer’s approved outlets) usually means you forfeit your laptop warranty.
Furthermore, upgrades can’t be done quick because components will first need to be sourced and you will need to ensure they are of a certain capacity. Depending on the model of the laptop it is likely that certain aspects of it cannot be updated or may cause problems if you install parts that may not be compatible.
Upgrade Laptop RAM
The good news is that almost all laptops will allow for a RAM (Random Access Memory) upgrade which can significantly improve speed, and input output operations when using your laptop for that great user experience. In short, your laptop will have more and faster memory to work with making it quick and more efficient. Always buy a RAM stick from a reputable seller as cheaper alternatives aren’t a smart choice.
The most important thing to remember is to check your laptop manual to find out the maximum clock speed your laptop device can handle. For example:
Your laptop may be able to handle 3000MHz in RAM. If this is the case, then you would purchase a RAM that has 3000MHz capacity.
Today in 2021, upgrading laptop RAM to be either 16GB or 32GB will work wonders in terms of improvement of your laptop operations.
If all this technology terms so far has confused you, then, simply talk with The Electronic Fix laptop upgrade experts in Brisbane Australia as we can simplify the process and even upgrade your laptop using affordable options.
Upgrade Laptop Hard Drive
Most Australians believe that Hard Drive of a Laptop device is for storing data. Although this is the main usage of a hard drive, upgrading laptop hard drive can significantly improve the overall operations. Many people prefer plugging in an external hard drive and calling it a day. But you can easily change your laptop hard drive to use the new SSD (Solid State Drive).
Why upgrading Laptop SSD is smart? Doing so will drastically improve the performance because each time you login to Windows Operating System or use a program, your laptop computer interacts with its hard drive where the program is stored. Solid State Drive offers faster transfer speeds, which means, each time you use software installed in your laptop SSD, the operations will be up to 4 to 10 times faster. We need not say more.
The most critical aspect to keep in mind when upgrading laptop hard drive is that your Windows Operating System (or your Apple Mac Operating System) is installed on your current hard drive. That means, if you were to swap the hard drive and install SSD, then, the operating system must be re-installed on your new SSD as it will be initially empty.
Can I Upgrade Laptop CPU?
A laptop’s processor manages everything from loading software to the minute by minute running of the computer. Except in some cases, processors typically cannot be upgraded to a renewed capacity. Processors are also rarely a removable component as they are soldered on and attached to the motherboard in most laptop models. Basically, do not touch or try to remove your laptop’s CPU.
What Should You Do Before You Upgrade a Laptop
Slowness or lag between loading programs or browsing the internet is a major complaint of any user who has had their laptop for more than a couple of years. This is because a laptop gets many new software installed over time according to your usage and therefore accumulates cache and junk files especially from web browsing, or games that you no longer use.
Basically, when games, movies and or videos on your laptop device accumulates over time, all of which burdens overall laptop performance. Wherever possible, try to get another hard drive for all your large data-consuming files or even subscribe to a cloud storage facility or service. This also protects you in the case of a fatal laptop crash which can cause data loss.
You can consider using your upgraded SSD to simply have the operating system installed on it, and for all the other large storage hungry programs and files stored on a seperate Hard Drive.
Regular laptop maintenance, cleaning dust from internal compartment, clearing left over files and software programs, cleaning registry and removing temp folders and files can significantly improve the performance of your laptop device.
Wanna Learn More About What to Upgrade on a Laptop?
Upgrading laptop RAM and SSD is quick and easy way to improve laptop performance, having said this, always seek advice from a professional laptop computer technician regarding component changes when you have to open the laptop cover. Here at The Electronic Fix in Brisbane, we’d be more than happy to provide you with professional and friendly advice regarding upgrading laptop computers, simply contact us
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