Dell Inspiron 15 3501 - M.2 SSD Upgrade, 2.5" HDD Fitting and RAM Upgrade Guide

[@NERGYStudios]

Excellent video as always. No crap, no icing, just to the point. Thank you!

[@BrueComputing]

Glad you liked it!

[@psydelis1]

Perfekte Anleitung! Kein überflüssiges Blabla, sondern nur Fakten: Das Öffnen des Gehäuses, wie man die NVMe SSD austauscht, wie man eine 2,5" SSD einbaut, und wie man den RAM verdoppelt. Danke für das Video, es hat mir beim Laptopkauf sehr geholfen. Perfect guide! No unnecessary blah, just facts: opening the case, how to replace the NVMe SSD, how to install a 2.5 "SSD, and how to double the RAM. Thanks for the video, it helped me a lot when I bought a laptop.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johannsebastiansylviobach3657]

weist du zufällig ob das mit 32 gb auch geht also Crucial RAM 32GB DDR4 3200MHz CL22 (2933MHz oder 2666MHz) Laptop Arbeitsspeicher CT32G4SFD832A Möglich ?

[@flo6422]

@@johannsebastiansylviobach3657 laut Dell erweiterbar auf maximal 16GB

[@petrblue]

Perfect video, thanks man! Keep up the awesome work!

[@BrueComputing]

Glad you liked it!

[@petrblue]

@@BrueComputing I actually came back to this video, this is such a masterpiece! Great guide, easy to follow! Keep up the awesome work!

[@memoonaasif8625]

Thank you so much. So brilliantly and easily explained. Stay blessed!

[@BrueComputing]

You're most welcome, glad it helped!

[@davearnold731]

Great job, this opens up better than most. Thank you for taking the time.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it helped.

[@pka50f2]

Thank you for this video, it helped me to add a SSD (took me a few time to find out how to install Ubuntu on it), but it work fine now.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it helped!

[@pka50f2]

@@BrueComputing I just had a problem to install a Linux distribution as the SSDs was Raid configured (mmh sorry for my english). I had to boot the laptop in safe mode, enter the BIOS to change the SATA to AHCI, then reboot in normal mode (took me a few day to find out how to solve this 'ca. Ubuntu Mate had the best default compatibility.

[@neillees2115]

I can confirm this laptop DOES support 32GB RAM as 2 x 16GB DDR4.

[@BrueComputing]

Thanks for letting us know!

[@TonyStark-nw1ll]

Can i play games?

[@luismaflorentin]

Thanks Neil!! :)

[@dreamleaguesoccer.3761]

Can you also please confirm if dell vostro 15 3000 supports 32 GB or more ram memory and what is the maximum speed it can reach???? 😭😭🙏🙏.

[@dukepham4191]

What is the battery life like?

[@andrelucas8893]

obrigado pelo video, eu nao entendia por que a memoria ram de 3200mhz que comprei nao exibia essa velocidade no gerenciador de tarefas, ficando travado sempre em 2667. agora sei que existe uma trava na bios, espero que com tempo a dell lance uma atualização que possa aumentar o limite para usurfruirmos de mais velocidade.

[@merzhin891]

I didn't know that I can add a classic SSD in it, which is very interesting because I have one. Thanks !

[@BrueComputing]

Glad I could help!

[@davearnold731]

FYI, a classic 2.5 inch SSD will not run nearly as fast as an M.2 SSD. Just saying it may be worth a small cost to go with the best once inside. Good luck

[@raufalekperov3451]

Thanks a lot. Dell always is a great machine.

[@BrueComputing]

You're welcome!

[@mysticnate5936]

3:09 following your video to this point, will it void my warranty, if i just wanted to remove the battery pin??

[@gyaniadmi2347]

Can we twick the Bios to read the ram correctly. Video was Very useful , thanks.

[@BrueComputing]

The BIOS does show the RAM capacity correctly - the system just won't run it at 3200MHz. I don't know any way of increasing this, it appears Dell have limited it to 2666MHz.

[@MattMoralesPH]

@@BrueComputing i believe there is a model that runs 3200mhz..with the discrete graphics

[@BrueComputing]

@@MattMoralesPH You are correct. Most the 3000-series machines limit to DDR4-2666 however.

[@ondaauditiva7495]

Thank you Brue Computing, helped alot.

[@haroonrehman8156]

Thanks for helping us , upgrading the specs

[@BrueComputing]

No problem 👍

[@TheDragonGreat]

Awesome work bro, very very good

[@BrueComputing]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@saurabh7489]

Amazing explanation.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad you think so!

[@carlosatahualpaerazoerazo3444]

Thank you very much, used it to install a new SSD and RAM without the worry of breaking something.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it helped!

[@collegeking.676]

​@@BrueComputing bro please tell me I have Dell Inspiron 3543 will it support ddr4 and nvme ssd

[@PabloFra]

Thank you !!!! It helped me out. Very useful video!

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it helped!

[@wickrama5]

Good video. Cheers Mate.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@luif3rch]

NICE WORK :D perfect quality and instructions your are the best my friend. hello from colombia

[@BrueComputing]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@manojbhanushali6061]

Hey guys, For your information, RAM in this laptop run only upto 2666mhz instead of 3200mhz because system doesn't have discrete graphic card.

[@derrickubay-ubay9503]

But does the RAM still function correctly? Like I know it adjusts it's speed but is the RAM upgrade still present?

[@manojbhanushali6061]

@@derrickubay-ubay9503 yes it function correctly even if you upgrade it with 3200mhz.

[@derrickubay-ubay9503]

@@manojbhanushali6061 well thanks! I upgraded mine and it's working perfectly fine. Didn't disconnect battery tho... But I made sure I turned it off to make sure I don't worry about it.

[@manojbhanushali6061]

@@derrickubay-ubay9503 good👍

[@shivoham2255]

Hi, I own a Dell inspiron 3501 i3 10th gen 8GB ram 1TB HDD laptop. Can I install the 512 GB M2 NVME SSD along with it ?

[@BrueComputing]

Yes, should have the M.2 slot in there.

[@jorgecaballero2355]

Hi, just to make sure, Have you tried the Ballistic DDR4 for this 3501?? I found some Ram brands are not compatible with Dell Laptops?? Is this true??

[@BrueComputing]

The 3501 (without NVIDIA GPU) is limited to DDR4-2666 speeds, so I wouldn't spend the extra on Ballistic modules - I fit the standard Crucial items.

[@protocolounam722]

Great video, very helpful for update some components. Thanks a lot.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nathanaxel8758]

I dont mean to be so off topic but does any of you know a trick to log back into an Instagram account? I was dumb forgot my password. I love any help you can give me!

[@BrueComputing]

@@nathanaxel8758 You should be able to reset the password via your email address using the "Forgot Password" link on the login page?

[@aryanbryson933]

@Nathan Axel instablaster ;)

[@nathanaxel8758]

@Aryan Bryson I really appreciate your reply. I found the site thru google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@ralarconbecker]

Thanks for your video. I have de Inspiron 3505, the motherboard supports a frequency of 2400MHz and the notebook comes with a factory RAM of 1X8GB 3200MHz, working at 2400MHz. If I add another 2400MHz RAM, can dual channel be enabled? Will I have a problem because both RAMs are of different frequency, but they both working at 2400MHz? Cheers, mate!

[@BrueComputing]

I would always install a matching memory module, but a DDR4-2400 one should work. Dual channel MAY work, but I wouldn't guarantee it.

[@springrazan4268]

i have the same model with i5 11gen the stock ram is 3200 and i added 2666 to activate dualchannel and it worked !

[@BrueComputing]

@@springrazan4268 Nice one.

[@lithiumdarko2113]

Thank you for showing this because i just bought a new one second hand from a friend and its super slow so wanted to upgrade the ram hoping it speeds it up mines is already a 1tb storage

Excellent quality instructions. My ribbon cable came loose. Where should I fit the tip to the board?

[@BrueComputing]

Thanks. Which ribbon cable was it? Should just be a case of opening the catch and slotting it back in.

[@rashmikadeshan6705]

Great explanation 👌 Thanks 👍

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brightabove4657]

Hello @Bruce Computing;how is upgrading the Vostro 3501 RAM going to affect processing? Also,is a RAM upgrade enough to increase the processing speed of the Vostro 3501,or an SSD inclusion adds more?

[@BrueComputing]

In terms of performance benefits, going from a HDD to an SSD is going to make a MUCH bigger difference than RAM, particularly in terms of startup time, application loading, etc. RAM can be worth doing at the same time, particularly if you have a single 8GB module or less, but SSD makes the big difference. Neither will affect CPU limited tasks however.

[@brightabove4657]

@@BrueComputing Ow okay.Thanks.Dell tells me my Vostro 3501 has a processor speed of 3.0ghz yet it's far less.System info states 1.12ghz;why is that,and how can I get my laptop to perform at the 3.0ghz speed?

[@BrueComputing]

Clock speed will change almost constantly - under low loads it drops down to save power, when carrying out CPU intensive tasks it will go up to its base or turbo boost speed - the exact speed depending on the CPU model, number of cores active, temperature, etc.

[@brightabove4657]

@@BrueComputing Permit me to ask some more;can I really make my core i3 Dell Vostro real fast with the SSD,additional RAM inclusion? The fact that it is a Core i3 device

[@aoximus]

Does this laptop support 32 GB (16×2) of RAM? Thanks for the really clear instructions, also.

[@BrueComputing]

I believe so, but haven't tested it.

[@aoximus]

@@BrueComputing Thanks for an actual response, dude. Keep it up!

[@neillees2115]

Yes it does, just tested.

[@federicocaballero6493]

Pretty nice video! I have a question, the crucial web page recommends upgrading my RAM memory to 64GB, but the manual says that the maximum is 16GB, can I upgrade up to 64GB? Thanks!

[@BrueComputing]

I would expect 2 x 16GB to work for 32GB. I hopefully have some 32GB modules coming soon to start testing with but a 64GB configuration would probably be massive overkill for the Inspiron 15-3501 unless you have a specific need for a very large amount of memory.

[@federicocaballero6493]

@@BrueComputing Thanks for your reply! I was thinking of 32GB because 64 is maybe too much for the use I'll give it. Maybe Crucial is just trying to sell larger memories XD.

[@cokecola1982]

@@BrueComputing Finally works with 64 GB?

[@BrueComputing]

@@cokecola1982 Not something I can test - I don't keep these systems in for review long so no longer have it.

[@cokecola1982]

@@BrueComputing thanks for share You're so kind!!!!!

[@xuanthanhtraninh642]

Great video. Helpful information. Thank you so much.

[@jahidnatore4680]

Many Many thanks for your helpful video.

[@BrueComputing]

You are most welcome!

[@davidedelshein]

Hi! Is it better to replace and upgrade the M.2 SSD with bigger storage capacity or add a 2.5 sata ssd and have both? Thanks is avance

[@BrueComputing]

For simplicity and performance I'd go with a single large M.2 2280 NVMe drive. Adding an additional SATA drive will probably be cheaper and less hassle as no need to clone data or reinstall Windows though.

[@arquivogeral42]

mine is a bit different...the hdd comes with an extra flar cable and i'm not sure where to connect it. the service manual doesn't show where to plug it.

[@NicksStuff]

I cannot find a cooling strategy app for my 3505. Isn't it possible to change that? A least have a silent mode or something?

[@BrueComputing]

I'm not sure if it has one - Dell seem to only provide these for their Intel based devices.

[@NicksStuff]

@@BrueComputing It doesn't. I didn't think that was possible in 2021

[@nadeemakramansari1331]

Just one question. SSD NVMe has a cover on it. I have to upgrade my ssd to 500 gb. Should I place that cover too or not?

[@BrueComputing]

The metal cover on the standard SSD converts the M.2 2230 drive to M.2 2280 mounting. If fitting an M.2 2280 drive it isn't needed.

[@nadeemakramansari1331]

@@BrueComputing yes I got it. Thanks

[@fathimarumaizarazook2212]

I have a same model with 1tb HDD and 4gb ram( no SSD included), but i find my laptop to be slow as it struggle to even open multiple tabs in chrome, what can i do? Will it help if i add a 128gb SSD and a 4gb RAM?

[@BrueComputing]

Personally I'd upgrade it to an SSD and add another 4GB DDR4 as a cost effective upgrade.

[@fathimarumaizarazook2212]

@@BrueComputing thanks alot

[@sajitha9009]

Thank you! Very useful 👍

[@kartoon5112]

Can I input a used hdd from my hp to this laptop?

[@BrueComputing]

Should fit, but personally I'd never re-use an old hard drive.

[@ivandelfierro5819]

Hi, I'd like to ask. When I bought my laptop Dell Inspiron 3501, I was informed that the extra slot of the drive is for HDD? But base on your video you can use an SSD and is there any limit of SSD? Or 1 TB is also a good one?

[@BrueComputing]

It will take any 2.5" SATA 7mm or 9mm thick drive in the slot - so either a SSD or HDD will work just fine.

[@ivandelfierro5819]

@@BrueComputing but what do you recommend? SSD or HDD?

[@PeteJosephs]

​@@ivandelfierro5819 I'd go SSD as they've come down in price and are extremely fast compared to an HDD. You might want to by a very big capacity HDD (very cheap nowadays) if you're not worried about speed, ie to store backups or other stuff where speed is not important.

[@jongz]

@@BrueComputing Can this unit read up to 1TB?

[@rajbhai1507]

sir ji inspiron 3501 10 th gen. me chata hu ssd 500gb add kre to m2 type ki size or best konsi rhagyi

[@4kinformation935]

Bhai app kingstons A400 , 240 GB chip lagae pit aye ga .Dell 3501 jiska new price lag bag 75000 hai

[@telemonlikehappy]

mine has 12 gb ram, can i use 16 gb on the other slot or does it have to match? i cant find another 12 gb anywhere

[@BrueComputing]

If it has 12GB it'll be an 8GB + a 4GB, so you'd have to remove one module and replace it.

[@telemonlikehappy]

@@BrueComputing thanks

[@Browngeezer]

would it be worth it to just buy x2 8gb cruicial sticks at 2666mhz instead of 3200mhz? it works out cheaper?

[@BrueComputing]

There isn't any price difference here - I only keep stock of DDR4-3200 modules so always use those.

[@santoshadhikari9933]

So after upgrading SSD, the laptop runs fine without in windows S mode if I only installed windows 10 and not s mode?

[@릭뷰]

Does 3501 board accept NVMe? I just wonder...

[@BrueComputing]

Yes.

[@rubenssodre5736]

This videois AWESOME! Rly Thaks for the help n' for your work

[@BrueComputing]

Glad you liked it!

[@madsfrederiktoft5808]

To my knowledge to run at memory speeds over above 2667 mhz, you require the machine to support some sort of XMP profile (like on desktop) machines. Maybe Dell had planned to included this in a bios update? But forgot about it? Or the worker who put in the memory put in a wrong module? Don't know if there exists laptops other than gaming laptop which has XMP profiles. Maybe the newer 11th gen Intel models do?

[@BrueComputing]

Its a choice by Dell - the 3501 is artificially limited to DDR4-2666 UNLESS it is equipped with an NVIDIA GPU, in which case it allows for DDR4-3200 operation (and gets a USB-C port as well). This is a Core i3-1115G4 equipped system, which officially supports DDR4-3200 and LPDDR4-4266. Most laptops won't use an XMP profile, but DDR4-3200 is a JEDEC standard and the module fitted complies with that. Basically Dell are using memory speed to give a performance difference between their similarly equipped Inspiron 3000 and 5000 laptops. I also have an Inspiron 13-5300 (i3-1115G4 with LPDDR4-4266) and Inspiron 14-5406 (i5-1135G7 with DDR4-3200 SO-DIMMs). In fact the modules I fitted to test DDR4-3200 operation are the exact same ones which operate at DDR4-3200 in my 14-5406.

[@madsfrederiktoft5808]

@@BrueComputing there is somewhat somewhat same issue with the then i7 10510u. It's supports 2667 DDR4 and LPDDR4 2933. But some PC producers like Lenovo install 3200 mhz ram in machines based upon this CPU regardless.

[@NoName-uz7ev]

I have the same situation here. Is the same model but with the Intel i7 core 11. Genaration. It cames with 3.200 MHZ installed. I inserted a second one with 3.200 MHZ. But still it schows 2.667 MHZ. Any ideas?

[@BrueComputing]

@@NoName-uz7ev Dell limit the RAM speed on this model to DDR4-2666 - it'll only run 3200 on the models with an NVIDIA GPU.

[@TonyStark-nw1ll]

@@BrueComputing Can i play games on Dell Inspiron 15 3501?

[@dishu_ryuk3913]

Can I use 1 tb SSD in SSD slot

[@BrueComputing]

Should work fine, so long as it is single-sided. If it is dual-sided then it may not sit flat.

[@oddcastitalia]

Sorry if im out of topic but usally for laptop with integrated GPU do you use generic or OEM driver for benchmark?

[@BrueComputing]

I use the latest drivers from Intel.com or AMD.com

[@oddcastitalia]

@@BrueComputing thanks, wanted to know if performance where obtained with generic or OEM drivet

[@BrueComputing]

The laptop manufacturer ones tend to be out of date, so I'll avoid using them. Also just easier to go direct than navigating around a manufacturers website, finding the exact laptop model number, etc.

[@oddcastitalia]

@@BrueComputing thanks again

[@REPON_HOSEN]

Will it support if I insert SATA M.2 SSD instead of nVME SSD...???

[@BrueComputing]

Not sure - they supply it with an NVMe drive and I don't keep any SATA M.2 drives to test with.

[@cdhanush6759]

I bought this laptop few months ago but the laptop was running slow from the beginning wat should I do pls tell

[@emanuel3421]

I had the same issue, I've upgraded from a HDD to Samsung 870 Evo SSD

[@cdhanush6759]

@@emanuel3421 dose it make faster

[@emanuel3421]

@@cdhanush6759 Yes

[@cdhanush6759]

@@emanuel3421 ok thank you

[@simplicidadelegal]

I didn't know what to do with this plastic in the sata local, so I removed (destroyed) it and the sata cable disconected of the battery, now I only have my ssd and the cable.

[@robertjudge2501]

So if I add 2 8 gb 3200mhz pony sodimm ram will I still get 2667 daul channel speeds or do I need 2 8 gb 2667mhz for this to work as daul channel. So does it still work as daul channel if they are both 320mhz?

[@BrueComputing]

2 x DDR4-3200 will work just fine (it even shipped with a DDR4-3200 module installed from the factory), it'll just run it at DDR4-2666 speed.

[@سعوداحمد-ه1غ]

What do you think of the device's performance?

[@mdferdousmahmud3280]

Brother can I have that Metal SSD cover? My laptop did not came with that and I have a smaller size SSD. and Couldn't install it because the cover is missing. Or can you tell me where can I find this kind of cover to buy?

[@Redneck_Ed]

They are available on ebay for about $7

[@intestinal47]

Does this pc contain an option in BIOS to control the battery maximum charge when connected to AC power?

[@BrueComputing]

There are various charging options in the BIOS, but I no longer have the laptop and can't remember if there are any which specifically do that.

[@intestinal47]

@@BrueComputing i was thinking about buying this laptop, but since new pcs dont include RTC cell, we have to prolong the lifespan of the internal battery to avoid BIOS reset. Internal batteries are EXPENSIVE and hard to find in my country (Chile). Thanks anyway

[@BrueComputing]

@@intestinal47 The 3501 has a RTC (CR2032) battery, its on the other side of the I/O board (the one with a USB port and the card reader).

[@intestinal47]

@@BrueComputing Thanks!

[@tonyianni5700]

Thank you for the information. So 16 gb is maximum for this model is that correct?

[@kxrannn.g]

What is the ram limit I bought it today and it's not doing well with multi tasking

[@BrueComputing]

Maximum officially supported is I believe 2 x 16GB for 32GB in total. For most users 2 x 8GB should be plenty though.

[@aone2729]

Hello Is there any heating issue what is the normal temperature??

[@Holiday_Masti_Fun_24]

Hello sir, is this have 2 different slots, like one is for SSD and HDD?

[@user-dimk]

M2 and sata3

[@egyfirst]

Thank you. very helpful

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KARIM_HAMZA]

*Thank you very well explained.* How many M.2 slot does the motherboard have??

[@BrueComputing]

Just one.

[@KARIM_HAMZA]

@@BrueComputing Thank you for your reply.

[@BrueComputing]

@@KARIM_HAMZA No worries, have a great weekend.

[@KARIM_HAMZA]

@@BrueComputing Thank you. You too.

[@kooroshhaziny8992]

Thank you for the video, I really appreciate that.

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GustavoHenriqueCunhaCalanzani]

Thanks for the video 🇧🇷

[@BrueComputing]

Thanks for watching!

[@WinFixGuide]

amazing video.. i upgraded my laptop ram by adding one 8GB cruicial module and 128GB additional SSD .. One question is i am getting 40-100MB/s speed in SSD (even though same ssd is performing at 500MB/s write speed when insert in desktop)... Is this because my bios is not switched to RAID.. or something else causing this speed issue...?!

[@sevkkj]

hi, i am i bit late but, can you help me? i bought a udimm ram, but in no sure if it fits in this motherboard, will it fit?

[@connorn0703]

i really wish you wouldve showed the before benchmark so i could be able to compare w myself but i have the core i5 not i3 and my stock 3501 i5 and my CPU speeds say Intel(R) Core(TM) i5 - 1035G1 CPU @ 1.00GHz, so are you saying you cant upgrade the RAM at all? like the laptop is governed to stay at 2667? theres nothing we can do to upgrade these speeds? theres nothing you can do to upgrade the speeds at all?

[@connorn0703]

has dell updated the BIOS so it can now run at 3200 or is it still stuck at 2667?

[@BrueComputing]

I don't believe they'll ever do that - it appeared to be a decision to have the 3000-series machine run lower memory speed than the 5000-series.

[@connorn0703]

@@BrueComputing so basically, is it pointless to upgrade the RAM or Storage on this laptop? Will the computer even accept it if I do?

[@TheIMadManI]

Thank You James! Excited to get a memory upgrade after some poor performance multitasking between a hungry browser and discord. Weird how Dell pairs the 8gb memory with an overpowered core i7-1165G7 and then even when you do get a memory upgrade it's bottlenecked to the 2600's. Are there any safe work arounds to the memory limitations? Anyway, thank you very much once again!

[@TheAcs1100]

6:37 this sata cable came unplugged on my notebook, and i don't know how to connect. i'm without hd 😭

[@BrueComputing]

Lift the little black latch on the hard drive connector, re-insert the cable into it, close the latch.

[@malaista]

Does removing the base void the warranty? Are there any stickers or the like?

[@BrueComputing]

There are no warranty labels broken in removing the base. Obviously if you upgrade or replace parts that may affect your warranty though, as will causing damage during the process. I would recommend ensuring you use soft plastic pry tools, and if you have to make a claim return the system to its original configuration first to ensure the upgraded parts aren't the issue.

[@rashmikadeshan6705]

Dear, I have same laptop. But HDMI not working? Why? Can you check on your laptop?

[@KingKong-xp6so]

Does it have any overheat issue and how about the battery life

[@758phonebboii3]

Are all of them ram is dual capacity?

[@BrueComputing]

Yes.

[@Costel8294]

how set wake on lan on this laptop?on bios not have this setting

[@soumikghosh5523]

If i add 4 gb 2667mhz ram will it work as 8gb ram or 4 gb,for new inspiron 3501 i5 11gen 4gb ram product?

[@MacgyverFreitas]

8gb

[@sofanarif3661]

whats spec of ram and ssd m.2 and hdd you install inside your laptop? Spec of ram example: 8gb ddr4 2400mhz Spec of ssd example: Kingston 1Tb m.2 Spec of hdd strorge example:WD 1 Tb Can you explain below my comments?

[@moturicals1177]

WHEATHER IT HAS DEDICATED SLOT FOR SSD OR WE NEED TO INSERT IN HDD PLEASE REPLY ME SIR

[@BrueComputing]

It has an M.2 2280 slot.

[@moturicals1177]

@@BrueComputing tq sir

[@BrueComputing]

@@moturicals1177 No problem.

[@jonelleallen9089]

I’m new to all of this please help this non tech savvy person, what am I buying to upgrade my slow laptop before I throw it out the window? 8gb and an SSD card??

[@BrueComputing]

That would be my recommendation, yes.

[@millensingh870]

up to how much is the RAM expandable ?

[@BrueComputing]

32GB (2 x 16GB) would work.

[@tariq7071]

Advanced setup is missing in Biossetup, why is that?

[@renansantanadasilva5207]

Since the laptop only recognize 2666 from 3200, do you think it's okay if i mixed a new 2666 with the current 3200 in that comes with the laptop ?

[@BrueComputing]

I'd fit a matched module, but it should work.

[@Redneck_Ed]

I can't confirm for this laptop, but I took the 3200 from this one and moved it to an HP 14 I have, so now that HP 14 has it's factory 2666 module + my Dell 3200 module, operating at 2666 and there are no issues.

[@hachi8557]

Hello I Have A Question Can I "Remove" The Components Of These Type Of Laptops And With That Build a Dekstop One?

[@BrueComputing]

You couldn't put the RAM into a desktop PC, they take full-size DIMMs, not SO-DIMMs. The SSD could be fitted into a desktop motherboard with a suitable M.2 slot.

[@hachi8557]

@@BrueComputing Ok thanks man, but things like the processor could be removed for the laptop and put in the desktop pc?

[@BrueComputing]

@@hachi8557 No, the CPU is soldered to the mainboard and isn't LGA like a desktop chip.

[@dukepham4191]

What is the battery life like with the upgrade?

[@nagalakshmi8894]

Thank s it was helpful

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it helped

[@ronesjunior5450]

I installed 01 ssd 250gg me nvme but when I restart the system said “boot was not found”. I use windows 10. What happened?

[@michaeltsang548]

You broke it

[@squirrelgamer13]

Does the 3502 have the port for an hdd?

[@BrueComputing]

I've not tried one, but the service manual suggests they do.

[@squirrelgamer13]

@@BrueComputing ok thanks

[@asmallword]

Can i use m. 2 ssd in dell inspiron 3521?

[@BrueComputing]

Yes.

[@lifehackertips]

So it has a space for a 2.5” drive but it’s left empty? Wow, that’s great

[@BrueComputing]

It does indeed. I think some commenters said that in other regions it comes without the parts for fitting it, but here in the UK they do.

[@nobody-ef7ut]

My qs is that will a 500 gb ssd work or i need a 1tb ssd

[@BrueComputing]

500GB should work fine.

[@nobody-ef7ut]

@@BrueComputing thanks m8 and could u make a vid for installing windows for ssd

[@sonichdm]

Thanks for share this kind of videos, works alot to me, thanks a lot 😁👍

[@BrueComputing]

Glad it helped!

[@hohney5689]

hi bro can i install 2x16 gb ddr4 ram it will work or not. Please replay me!..

[@BrueComputing]

2 x 16GB should work just fine.

[@hohney5689]

@@BrueComputing thanks for replay bro

[@BrueComputing]

@@hohney5689 No problem!

[@mortalplaysmc]

I feel like there is an obvious answer to this question, but can the cpu or gpu be replaced?

[@BrueComputing]

Only if you were to replace the mainboard. The CPU is soldered to the mainboard, and the GPU is part of the CPU.

[@mortalplaysmc]

@@BrueComputing so are there any boards that have i7 or greater? Mine has i3...

[@BrueComputing]

Yes, you could get the 3501 with the i7-1165G7 from Dell. Its probably not economical to do though - you'd be better off just selling it and buying a better laptop.

[@mortalplaysmc]

@@BrueComputing you’re probably right lol, thanks for the suggestion!

[@IskraChispas]

Is possible to upgrade GPU for this laptop. Also i have this model with ssd 250gb small m.2 So if i buy new m.2 1tb ssd, will that affect on system Or i ll have to instal new fres copy of windows?

[@JuanCarlos3rd]

up, btw how much is ur ram? saw in the site that max is 16gb but others in yt used 32gb and it worked. Stuck which one to use.

[@nouveausocratic1884]

Re the RAM speed at 8:13, only systems configured with a discrete graphics card will support 3200 MHz memory

[@parkourj1697]

Hi i have the i5 version of this with 256gb and 8gb ram. I'm a machinist and need this laptop to have more than 8gb ram for CAM programs. I'm running at around 55 percent ram when one tab open watching youtube. Its around 60 percent running Adobe. Im afraid to run fusion 360. Would adding more memory make the laptop fan kick in later/ run better? It was weird opening the laptop and not seeing the SSD in there haha.

[@TheRclagpwlmt123]

when i turn on, it says no bootable devices found and will only let me shut down. what do i do?

[@BrueComputing]

You need to either install Windows to the new drive, or clone the contents of the existing drive to it.

[@TheRclagpwlmt123]

@@BrueComputing wow I'm dumb. Thank you

[@hasanhyat]

Great vid man, but I'm scared so I will take it to the shop better

[@renukasingh6206]

Can NVMe make the laptop even a little faster?

[@lifegambler2000]

Yes. But not little