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Every part is matched to your machine's slots and drive bays and checked against its published specs before we list it.
DDR3L · SO-DIMM · up to 1600 MT/s
Not stocked right now. It still matches your system's specs— get an email the moment it's back.
Every option here matches this system's published specifications. Muted means it fits too — we just don't stock it right now. Pick one to switch.
SATA 2.5" SSD · SATA 2.5" Hard Drive
SATA 2.5" SSD · 256 GB
Spec-matched to your systemNot stocked right now. It still matches your system's specs— get an email the moment it's back.
Every drive here matches this system's published specifications. Pick a drive type, then a capacity. Muted means it fits too — just not stocked right now.
How we know SATA 2.5" SSD fits
Software for your upgrade — matched to your Dell Inspiron 15 3542.
Checks the drivers on your Dell Inspiron 15 3542, installs the safe updates Windows offers, guides the rest to the official download — and confirms exactly which of the upgrades above your machine has room for.
Complete your upgrade. This machine takes both memory and storage — add one from each tab above to do it in one order.
Dell Inspiron 15 3542 takes DDR3L SODIMM memory, 1 slot, up to 8 GB. Every option above matches those requirements, so it typically installs and runs without any firmware change.
“Spec match” means the module matches your system’s published specifications; it isn’t yet confirmed against a manufacturer tool.
Specifications reported for the Dell Inspiron 15 3542.
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Guaranteed fit
Matched to your machine's slots and drive bays before we list it — or your money back.
We've already matched the memory and storage upgrades that fit this exact machine to its published specifications — they're just not in stock at the moment. Leave your email and we'll tell you the moment any of them is available again. Guaranteed fit, no wrong parts.