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I have 2x 2GB DDR2 1000 and I want to add another 4GB (2x2) to it, do I have to get DDR2 1000 or can I get another speed? That setup is hard to come by on newegg
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You should be able to use anything up to the same speed. If you purchased faster memory, it will only be as fast as the slowest in the system.
Also, mixing brands can cause issues. Not always but probable, especially if you're OC'in it.
What speeds do your MOBO and CPU support? I have 2x512 DDR2 1000 that I can't use, so you're welcome to it if you'd like. -
Looks like DDR2 800-1200Comment
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Are you oc'ing?Comment
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If you plan on it, I'd just buy a matched set of whatever speed and quantity you're wanting. ATM, Fry's has some Kingston Hyper X 1066 @ 2Gigs for 87 out the door.
Or if you don't mind MIR, Micircenter has the same qty of OCZ Platinum for 69 after MIR.
If you can wait, either of these would be choice.
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From what I understang,if you have 2gigs already and want to add 4 more, you would need to be running 64bit. If not, you're only going to be able to use 4(3.5 usable I think).Comment
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I am running Win 7 Ultimate 64. I already have 4, want another 4Comment
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So if my mobo standard is DDR2800, should I just go for some 800 and OC it from there?Comment
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DDR2 800 is the mid range speed that board supports. It supports all the way up to 1200. You won't see a big difference between what you have and 1200 but 8-1200 qould be noticeable.
Since you'll be OC'ing, I'd get matched set memory. IF you want 8Gigs, then get eother of these.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Productcompare.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007611%2060000 6042%20600006112%20600006066&IsNodeId=1&bop=And&Co mpareItemList=147|20-231-246^20-231-246-TS%2C20-231-166^20-231-166-05%23
Just know, OC'ing w/ that much memory will be difficult since it put's a lot of stress on the mobo.
What do you do that requires so much RAM?Comment
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Just wanted a little extra speed. Dual boxing games and such takes its toll.Originally posted by Tx Redneck View PostDDR2 800 is the mid range speed that board supports. It supports all the way up to 1200. You won't see a big difference between what you have and 1200 but 8-1200 qould be noticeable.
Since you'll be OC'ing, I'd get matched set memory. IF you want 8Gigs, then get eother of these.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Productcompare.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007611%2060000 6042%20600006112%20600006066&IsNodeId=1&bop=And&Co mpareItemList=147|20-231-246^20-231-246-TS%2C20-231-166^20-231-166-05%23
Just know, OC'ing w/ that much memory will be difficult since it put's a lot of stress on the mobo.
What do you do that requires so much RAM?Comment
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Are you actually using it all or are you seeing the amount available in Task Mgr. and feel that you need more since you have very little available?Originally posted by bottlerocket View Post
What processor are you running?
Bear w/ me through all the questions, I'm tryin to get a feel for what's going on w/ your PC. Better yet, go here and register am acct then take the test using IE as Admin. When it's done, copy/paste the results I'm your reply.
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My comp is still down waiting on the other mobo. Its got a Q7600, GTX640 (768mb), EVGA 780i mobo, 4GB Mushkin RedlineComment
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OK, you're not gonna see much, if any, improvement w/ more ram. That Q7600 is holding you back BAD.
That's a very low cache processor and rather weak for a quad. I'd hold off on more ram and pick up a Q6600 if you can swing it.
What's your budget or what are you willing to spend to make your puter run better? A 6600 w/ a good cooler like yours is capable of stable high 3Ghz OC's.Comment
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