How to access the ram?

Check BIOS if all RAM is being picked and or set to max on RAM settings.

Upgrading BIOS! If it isn't broken don't fix it. Upgrading is a scapegoat fix, and many manufactures have a disclaimer. "You are on you own, and the likes for a reason. Most solutions are found elsewhere.




However, if you truly need to update read this to help you with the upgrade.
http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/10things/10-common-mistakes-you-should-avoid-when-flashing-your-bios/357


GL


PS. Many applications are written for 32 bit, hence they are unable to fully utilize 64 bit and may be bound to 4GB.

Replacing a hinge, orboth of them, isn't very tough.
Check out this WEB site.
http://www.insidemylaptop.com/replace-br...

See if you can find a bottom case and lcd hinges on ebay.

http://www.ebay.com

Just put in your computer's make and model in the search box.

Example: Sony Vaio PCG-61411W bottom case or Sony Vaio PCG-61411W Lcd Hinges

Go to www.ebay.com Type: make and model of the laptop and refine search to memory or ram. There are a list of sellers you can ask, plus scrolling through the list you will learn more about the product.

Well, there is probably a BIOS switch or a physical DIP switch on the motherboard to fix this problem. I'm not sure which. But, if you contact the manufacturer, they have information on what memory is recommended for your computer memory upgrade.

I wish you luck on this one.

I have worked on several I2200s and never encountered the Plate you mentioned. The vented memory door: http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins2200/en/SM/upgrades.htm#1084976
Should rotate away from the chassis and expose the memory slot.

if you are just upgrading ram, there will be no need to disassemble the whole machine, there should be a cover on the bottom of the machine that you will need to take off before you get access to the ram.


before you do this, make sure your machine is totally switched off, and the battery pack is removed,

try to get a service manual first before you attempt any upgrade

If the ram is upgradeable, there should be an access port on the bottom that can easily be removed. Open all access ports until you find the one for ram. Then you should be able to upgrade the ram.

If you're brave, you can try this, but be careful about what you touch. 1st of course, unplug the power and remove the battery, just for some safety for both you and the laptop. 2nd, take a very small flatblade screwdriver and gently pry where the hinge is between the piece of plastic that covers the hinge and the display. It should pop up. Gently pull up on the piece that covers the power button but be careful not to pull all the way away from the PC as there will probably be a cable attached. You might have to pry the other side of the plastic up at the hinge also. Sometimes the mfg. puts screws in at the back to hold this in so check there 1st also. Once you get the top piece off, there should be 3 to 4 screws holding the keyboard on. Depending on the model it may instead have a single screw holding it on from the bottom. If so they usually put a keyboard symbol next to the screw on the bottom. Make sure you use a static strap when removing or replacing the RAM so you don't shock it with body static. Attach the strap to one of the standoffs on the back used to attach one of the connectors on the back. This is a safe place to ground yourself. After replacing the RAM put it back together in reverse. Most laptops are dissassembled this way from the top, but not all. In some cases the hinge cover is removed separately and then the cover to the power button which covers the top of the laptop under the display, but on the laptop itself. Hope this helps.