samhoff
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What kind of RAM for computer
Does it matter what kind of RAM I buy? I understand the answer is yes, and I did go to www.cpuid.com and used CPU-Z to tell me I have DDR Ram. Now do I have to open the CPU box and look at the RAM to see what kind to buy, or are they all the same? Thanks for any help you can give me on this one, I once put the wrong kind of RAM in a computer and fried it, so I'm a little wary of moving too fast on this one.
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Jamz0r
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/17 14:46:54
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Hi Sam,
If you give us your PC make/model we could probably tell you exactly what you need.
It is a good idea to run matched RAM in your machine, especially in regards to CAS latency. That's not to say different RAM won't work fine, it just lessens the chance of memory issues when you match them. Some machines require matched sets, so make sure you find out if your machine is one of them. Most that I've worked with that use DDR accept anything that is rated for the FSB of the motherboard.
So, find out the brand, the CAS latency of what you currently have, and the MHz it's rated for. Then go look for a decent price! Good luck!
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/19 12:11:59
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Hi Sam, I agree with JAMZOR, you'll find good pricing and various brands at www.pricewatch.com. Just make sure the RAM is manufactured by the same company and is the exact same brand and you should run into no issues. As JAMZOR stated your motherboard information on website should tell you the proper type of memory to use with your board. Best Regards!
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samhoff
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/19 22:16:31
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Thanks guys. It's 3 computers actually (at work). They are:
1. Antec, 2.5 clocks, 133.3
2. Antec, 2.5 clocks 199.5
3. 2.5 clocks, 166.7
All say "Intel Desktop Board" on them, one says D845EPI. When I looked at the actual RAM one said "M&S 4002 512 MB" and another said "Nannua." All have 512 already.
I think I want another gig each, although maybe I should just put in 512 and see how it improves things (?).
And when I went to the website mentioned it was a bit confusing, for instance, what does this mean: "ddr2-400 pc2-3200 1gb kit" (???)
Thanks!
Sam
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samhoff
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/21 12:56:34
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Bump.... plus I found online a device to tell you what kind of memory you need: http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductConfigurator.aspx?plf=10&category=17&name=Memory%2DConfigurator However I can't find the type ("brand") of computer I'm using.... they say "Antec" on the front and the board itself is Intel, but none of these are options at the configurer site. Please help! I'm struggling with this more than I have just about any other computer problem, and this one seems like it ought to be easy! Thanks, Sam
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jcschild
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/21 15:38:40
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super talent
DDR 266
DDR 400
DDR 333
in order
you can buy all DDr 400 it will down clock the Clock 2.5 is CL 2.5
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samhoff
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/21 19:14:56
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How do you guys know this stuff?
Thanks,
Sam
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/23 21:37:56
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Well jcschild builds computers for a living. It's his business to know them inside and out. Surf over to www.adkproaudio.com and have a gander. For most of the rest of us, computers play a significant role either in our professions or our music making so we've had to learn about it to some degree. I'm the first to admit that there's a whole bunch I don't know, but that's the beauty of these forums - there are plenty of folks who do know and are wiling to share their expertise and help the rest of us out.
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KenJr
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RE: What kind of RAM for computer
2008/05/24 03:12:14
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What motherboard do you have? The specs will tell you what kind of RAM and what speed(s) it supports.
If it's a relatively new board you'll see something descrubed as "memory standard" with values like DDR2 1200(OC)/1066/800
From that point - you just head over to where you shop for RAM (I have build a lot of machines and use newegg.com or mwave.com) and go looking for the fastest RAM you can afford. The advantage of using either of those sites is that they have very nice feedback mechanisms setup so that you can search by speed, then by price or most popular, etc... then go read the reviews...
As long as you buy RAM within that specification you should be OK. Some boards can take slower memory, but with it being as cheap as it is today and having faster RAM is one of those things that really does make a difference - it's worth spending a few extra bucks to get as fast as you can and as much as you can (well, up to 4GB anyway if you are using x32...)
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