Equium A100: Need some details on upgrade opportunities

Hey guys and girls
I'll get to the point.

I'm looking to upgrade the RAM in a Toshiba Satellite A100 laptop. He was provided with 1 GB (2 x 512 MB modules) providing I find the correct memory DDR 2 modules.
Does anyone know if there is a limit to how much I can increase the RAM?

I also want to replace the HARD drive module as the 80 GB just doesn't cut it, any advice or direction on that would be greatly received.

Also, any information on an upgrade of the processor would be appreciated.

I know it's asking a lot, but you guys know better than me.

First of all I have to say, it will be interesting to know what Equium A100 you exactly (A100-xxx).
Upgrading RAM is very easy and you can do it in first. According to specifications of the laptop, your laptop can handle with 4 GB max and compatible RAM modules is DDR2-533 1 GB (PA3411U-2M1G). To check the list of all compatible modules visit Toshiba support under http://uk.computers.toshiba-europe.com page

On the upgrade of the HARD drive, there is no public document, but I'm sure that you can upgrade up to 250 GB HARD drive with no problems.

Update CPU is not supported and you should think about it. Believe me with the maximum RAM that you need not upgrade CPU. Maximum RAM upgrade and optimize the operating system.

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