04 Laptop Memory

What is the common memory module used in laptops and mobile devices?

SO-DIMM

What does SO-DIMM stand for?

Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module

Where is the memory located in laptops that do not allow upgrades?

Physically soldered to the motherboard

What would you need to do if you want to change the memory in a laptop where the memory is soldered to the motherboard?

Replace the entire motherboard

What is a typical cost implication of changing memory in a laptop with soldered memory?

It is a very costly endeavor.

What is the general size comparison between a SO-DIMM and a DIMM?

SO-DIMM is smaller than a DIMM.

How do you install a SO-DIMM into a laptop?

Place it into the memory slot and push it down until it locks.

What type of storage did older laptops commonly use?

Magnetic disk (Hard drives)

What is the form factor of hard drives commonly used in laptops?

2 and 1/2 inches

What is the difference between the form factor of hard drives used in laptops and desktops?

Laptops use 2 and 1/2 inch drives, while desktops use 3 and 1/2 inch drives.

What is the key difference between a solid-state drive (SSD) and a hard drive?

SSDs have no moving parts.

What is a major advantage of using an SSD over a traditional hard drive?

Faster read and write speeds.

What interface is commonly used for connecting SSDs in many devices?

M.2 interface

How does the size of an M.2 SSD compare to a traditional SATA-connected SSD?

An M.2 SSD is much smaller than a SATA-connected SSD.

What is a benefit of using an M.2 SSD in a system?

It fits in a much smaller space and does not require cables.

How do you install an M.2 SSD into a system?

Plug it into the slot and use a screw to secure it.

What are the two types of storage devices compared in the document?

Spinning hard drive with SATA connection and SSD using M.2 interface.

What type of connection does a traditional hard drive use?

SATA connection

What is the key difference in the connection between an SSD with an M.2 interface and a traditional hard drive?

The SSD with an M.2 interface does not use cables, while the hard drive uses a SATA connection with cables.

What does upgrading from a hard drive to an SSD improve in most devices?

Performance (especially read and write speeds)