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device type: notebook

Your Pavilion dv1650us System Specs

System specs as shipped by the manufacturer.
Scan your system to view your specific system configuration.

Memory:

DDR2 PC2-5300

Memory Type: DDR2 PC2-5300, DDR2 (non-ECC)
Maximum Memory: 2GB
Slots: 2

Although the memory can be installed one module at a time, the best performance comes from using matched pairs of modules.

How much memory your Windows OS will recognize depends on which version of Windows you are running. 32-bit versions of Windows will see (and utilize) only 3GB or 3.5GB. To utilize more memory, install a 64-bit version of your OS. More information about OS memory maximums can be found here.

Memory or DRAM is the "working" memory of the computer. It's used to store data for programs (sequences of instructions) on a temporary basis.

video - installing memory

Storage:

SATA 1 - 1.5Gb/s

SATA Version -- SATA 1 - 1.5Gb/s

Storage Drives -- hard drives and solid state drives -- are the permanent memory for the programs and documents on your computer.

Data Transfer Rate is the rate at which data can be sent or received. This is determined by your motherboard. A drive with a higher transfer rate will only run at the rate of the motherboard's transfer rate.

Cache is a type of working memory that allows the drive to perform faster.

RPM is the rotations per minute of a hard drive which effects the speed of data transfer.

Solid State Drives are non-moving memory, so access speed is instant.

Chipset:

Intel 945GM chipset

Chipset is a set of integrated circuits that have a specific purpose in a computer system, a group of microchips used together to perform a single task.

WD Scorpio Blue HDD 500 GB SATA-300

WD Scorpio Blue HDD 500 GB SATA-300
Part Number: WD5000BPVT
WD Scorpio Blue drives offer high-performance, low power consumption, and cool operation, perfect for notebooks and other portable devices. All WD Scorpio Blue drives are built to the highest standards of quality and reliability.
 $60.99
Qty:
  • Massive capacity
  • Quiet
  • Reliable and rugged
  • Fast and efficient

Capacity: 500 GB
Interface: SATA 3.0 Gbps
Form Factor: 2.5"
Height: 9.5 mm
Buffer Size: 8 MB
Spindle Speed: 5400 rpm
Microsoft Certification: Compatible with Windows Vista
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 year

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4.8

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5.0

Great HDD

By slotdoc48

from Illinois

Verified Buyer

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    Cons

      Best Uses

        As usual, great product from Crucial. I have many WD products, external hard drives.

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        5.0

        Worked GREAT!

        By Charles

        from Tappahannock, Virginia

        Verified Buyer

        Product worked great, and was easy to install. Everything fit just perfect.

         
        5.0

        performed as advertised

        By ken the father

        from central NY

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy order
        • Fast Shipping

        Cons

        • none

        Best Uses

          Bought this to replace an original Apple HD on my daughter's 4 yr old macbook. Intalled easily, works flawlessly. Crucial Shipped fast and was great to work with.

           
          4.0

          500gb Hard Drive

          By Lou

          from Lakeland, Florida

          Verified Buyer

          cloned a 200gb to a new 500gb hard drive installed it and it runs great.

           
          5.0

          Great Service - Fast Delivery

          By Jackie

          from Novi, MI

          Verified Buyer

          Easy to install

          (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Its got my recommendation

          By JohnBroChill

          from Minnetonka, MN

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Install
          • Good price
          • Good size
          • Packaged well

          Cons

          • Needs Screws

          Best Uses

            I used this product to replace my tiny preinstalled hard drive that came with my Macbook. It was well worth it and works like a charm now. I actually have some room to work and save my files on.

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