How do I access the 2nd memory module in a MID2020 laptop

The 2nd RAM module maybe faulty or not compatible with the other RAM module.
Try to install RAM modules with the same specs from the same manufacturer.

Yes you can, at least to 1 Gb maybe possibly to 2 Gb.
There will be two memory slots in your laptop. To increase the RAM to 1 Gb install another 512 Mb RAM module in the empty 2nd memory slot. Make sure you use the same make and speed RAM as the one that is installed.
If you have two 256 Mb RAM modules installed in your laptop then you need to replace the two 256 Mb RAM modules with two 512 Mb RAM modules to get a total of 1 Gb RAM.

Some laptops have the memory modules installed beneath the keyboard, so that in order to get access to the memory modules/slots, you have to first remove the keyboard.

The Thinkpad is installed with 128 MB SDRAM is standard, and is expandable to 512 MB
There are two memory slots, to expand it to 512 Mb you need two 256 Mb RAM modules and throw away the 128 Mb RAM module, but if you don't throw away this module and you insert a 256 Mb RAM module in the 2nd memory slot then your total memory would be 384 Mb.

Sometimes Laptops will have 1 slot internal and 1 slot on the bottom side thats readily accessible via a removable plate.

You'll be perfectly find with the 1GB internal and adding the 2GB to replace the 1GB stick on the bottom side.
Also Windows XP and VISTA 32bit can only address and use about 3.25GB of ram anyway.

Recently Microsoft released a patch that's kind of tricking consumers, People calling and complaining so much to MS and PC manufacturers about not seeing all their ram when they installed 4GB so they Released a fix that shows it as 4GB but still the 32bit OS cant use the extra over 3GB

usally its under keyboard

Hi

Yes, you can replace/upgrate the memory module under the keyboard.

Before you proceed, note that Dell Inspiron 2650 uses DDR200 3.3V SODIMM modules. Also, memory module capacities supported are 128MB and 256MB with a Maximum memory of 512MB. If the current memory installed is 128MB, you need to order 2x 256MB modules to replace/upgrade both memory slots. If the installed capacity is 256MB, you just need another 256MB for the slot underneath the laptop.

Check "Removing the Keyboard" for guide removing the keyboard to access the 2nd memory slot.

Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before committing to the above procedure.

Let me know how you get on.

Mike

if this is a desktop: Did you check the power supply? try to replace it with a new one

Laptop: Try to run the machine without the battery plugged in....straight with the adapter....If the laptop still restarts...it's a manufacturing defect which should be replaced by the OEM.

There are 2 memory slots - one as seen in the video link posted above (known as the External Memory Module), which will address most people's question, however there is another one located underneath the keyboard (known as the Internal Memory Module).
I attach a link to the service documentation, which contains information on how to access this (and just about anything else you'd need to!!)
http://bizsupport.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c00502970/c00502970.pdf

First thin you have to remember is if you want to have to memories in parallel...Then the new one should be of the same size and frequency(ex:133Mhz,533Mhz..etc.,)Then folow these steps:

1. Turn off the computer and remove all power cords from the computer system.
2. Locate the panel used for access to the memory modules. This is generally located on the bottom of the laptop computer. Refer to your laptop instruction manuals for locating the panel.
   
3. Remove any screws that the panel in place and place somewhere safe to prevent losing it.
   
4. Remove the panel from the laptop and set aside.
   
5. If replacing or upgrading an existing memory module, remove the memory modules by undoing and module clamps and gently lifting the edge of the module to a 45-degree angle and then pulling the module out of the slot.
   
   
6. Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at a 45-degree angle.
   
7. Once all the pins are in the slot, gently rotate the module down flat until the clamps lock into the module into place.
   
8. Replace the memory access panel onto the laptop computer.
   
9. Replace any screws or fasteners that hold the panel in place.
   
10. Replace the power cord and power up your computer system.