MSI Gaming GL76 12UEK-042XFR Pulse RAM upgrade specifications
MSI GL76 12UEK-042XFR Pulse Gaming series laptop supports DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade through 2x SO-DIMM slots. Maximum RAM capacity reaches 64 GB total. Compatible memory modules operate at 3200 MHz frequency. Specifications enable users to upgrade from factory configuration to enhanced memory capacity. SO-DIMM form factor denotes small outline dual inline memory module compatibility standard for portable computing devices.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 3200 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-3200 (PC4-25600) |
| Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 31 December 2021 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel mode is only operational when both SO-DIMM slots are populated with identical modules to ensure symmetric data throughput.
- The 64 GB upper limit necessitates the use of high density 16-gigabit based modules.
- Operating at the 3200 MHz frequency requires adherence to JEDEC standards to maintain stability without manual BIOS adjustments.
- Total system memory bandwidth is restricted by the DDR4 architecture regardless of the processor generation installed in the MSI GL76 12UEK-042XFR Pulse.
- Accessing the memory slots requires the removal of the entire bottom chassis cover which involves penetrating a factory seal sticker.
- Installing modules with lower latency timings than the factory defaults will result in the system downclocking to the slowest common denominator or failing to POST.
- Heat dissipation during heavy workloads relies on the proximity of the RAM slots to the heat pipes of the thermal solution.
- The hardware lacks support for ECC memory which restricts the device to non-parity data processing.