Dv5-1225, id like to install some new ram, but before i buy any, will new bios take ddr3?

I have a dv5-1225ca laptop, and im looking to upgrade the ram, however, i have been through many resources and nothing firmly states this laptop will not accept ddr3 ram, however the ram that came with the laptop is ddr2. ddr2 ram is well over twice the price now adays since it isnt developed much since the new age is nearly compleetly dominated by ddr3 so i dont suspect the price will come down soon, im just curious if i was to replace booth sims with ddr3 with the most current bios update will i be fine, id rather not pay for the higher price untill i have tracked down an answer, and im not going to pay for ddr3 ram just to settle my curiosity incase it dosnt work
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Hi:
DDR3 memory won't work in a system board with DDR2 memory slots.
The memory is not compatible and to stop folks from installing the wrong DDR rated memory, they cut the slots in different locations.
So, if you want to upgrade the memory in your machine you will need to stick with DDR2 memory modules.
Use the Crucial memory scanner to determine what kind of memory you need.
I can't find any specifics.  I think DDR2 PC2-6400 and your product specs page states you can install up to 8 GB with a 64 bit OS.
http://www.crucial.com/systemscanner/
Then, this is the DDR2 notebook memory I use for 2 x 4GB installs.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220382
The prices sure have gone up. I think the last time I paid for these chips they were $45.00 each!
Paul

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