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  • 15-11-2005 4:14pm
    #1
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
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    How do I know what RAM I can handle? I have no info on my mobo, but I have a slight bit on the RAM, I got some 256 the other day and it doesn't fit, it's aligned differant. Is it DDR2?

    My current RAM is DDR 266mhz, PC2100. I am guessing that this is the old type ram, how do I know if my mobo can support a gig of RAM?

    Thanks for the time...


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  • #2
    The Troll
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    Go onto www.shop4memory.com, give it your systems details and it'll tell you whar RAM it supports.


  • #3
    The Troll
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    Also, download Everest home edition, that'll give you dianostic information on your RAM - ie speed, type etc.


  • #4
    jor el
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    My current RAM is DDR 266mhz, PC2100. I am guessing that this is the old type ram
    It's an older type yes, but there are many others too.

    The only sure-fire way to know what RAM the mobo supports is to get the model number and check with the manufacturer. The details should be written somewhere on the board and you can check on their website then.

    If the new RAM is differently alligned it could be anything, PC133, RAMBUS, DDR2. If your current RAM is PC2100 DDR then you need more of the same. Mixing say PC2100 with PC2700 or 3200 DDR is not really a good idea. Might work and might not. Of course knowing the RAM doesn't guarantee the mobo will accept it either. You really need to get the spec.

    Did you buy the new RAM or was it a freebie? If bought (you shouldn't have without knowing what you needed) see if you can return it.


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