ACER TravelMate P249-M-59AQ RAM upgrade specifications
The ACER TravelMate P2 series model P249-M-59AQ features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications. The laptop contains two SO-DIMM memory slots with a maximum RAM capacity of 32 GB. Compatible memory modules operate at 2133 MHz frequency. Upgrade options allow installation of DDR4-SDRAM modules in the available SO-DIMM slots to increase system memory capacity up to the specified maximum specifications.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2133 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2133 (PC4-17064) |
| Bandwidth | 17.1 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 10 August 2017 |
Additional Notes
- The 2133 MHz frequency limitation suggests a 6th or 7th generation Intel processor, which restricts faster DDR4 modules to downclocked operation at this speed.
- Installation requires accessing the bottom panel, as SO-DIMM slots in this TravelMate series are typically located under a service cover rather than through a keyboard removal procedure.
- The dual-channel memory architecture means a single module configuration forfeits approximately 10-15% memory bandwidth compared to matched paired modules.
- Modules exceeding DDR4-2133 specifications will function but provide no performance benefit, as the memory controller enforces the 2133 MHz ceiling regardless of module rating.
- The 32 GB maximum capacity requires 2x16 GB configuration, as this platform predates common availability of 32 GB SO-DIMM modules for consumer laptops.
- Mixing modules of different capacities remains functional but forces single-channel operation for the capacity exceeding the smaller module, reducing bandwidth for that portion of memory.
- Third-party RAM installation does not void warranty under Magnuson-Moss provisions, though physical damage during installation remains user responsibility.
- ECC memory modules are incompatible despite physical SO-DIMM form factor matching, as mobile processors in this series lack error-correction support.
- Higher voltage DDR4 variants designed for overclocking (exceeding 1.2V standard) may cause stability issues or POST failures on this platform.
- The memory controller supports only unbuffered (unregistered) modules, making registered SO-DIMMs from server applications physically incompatible.