PC memory

***Corey*** · 01-20-2004, 01:25 PM

It's time to upgrade my PC a tad more.
Right now I am running the Intel 2.4C chip at 2.88 GHz for a few weeks now, and it runs nice and cool.

I have two sticks of 256 MB DDR 3200 RAM for 512, and I want to add two sticks at 512 MB each to bring me up to 1.5 GB of RAM.

My mobo the Asus P4P800 is an 800 front side bus, so I will be putting in two sticks to take advantage of that speed.

Newegg has the Corsair XMS Extreme series right now, and I hear it's good stuff.
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduc...145-416&depa=0

Can anyone concur this is a good brand to go with?
I know you can get the ones too that have lights on them, but I really don't need those.

Also what about the 4000 stuff?
My other two sticks as stated are DDR 3200.
Mix and match, or stick with 3200?
Any advantage to the 4000?

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WT · 01-20-2004, 02:07 PM

Neweggs been great to deal with on my past orders I just got my order in on a item I ordered last friday, well I would of had it yesterday but had to sign for it

I have used that memory in many of systems and have not had any problems so it should work well in your system.
Thats stuff rated real well for the OC (over clockers)out there too.
I say stick with same clock speeds unless you plan on just using 2 new 512 sticks at 4000, The difference would be access speeds if you plan on over clocking more than you are now. Some times using mismatched speeds causes problems.

Andrey · 01-20-2004, 02:19 PM

I'm currently using 2 x 512MB of Corsair DDR 3600 and so far haven't had a problem. My P4-2.53 runs at 2.66 and 100% stable. I personally would highly recommend Corsair RAM, excellent stuff!

-- Andrey

pigcake · 01-20-2004, 02:21 PM

Yes, that's good stuf. Except, I would go with the mated pair.
twin pack

SLC Punk · 01-20-2004, 02:44 PM

On my Dell, I have PC3200 512MB 400MHZ. Mine will run all the ram at the slowest chip speed. So if I put in a PC2700, all of my ram would run at that rate. I am not sure if yours would do the same.

Just run matching sticks and you should be fine.

**4x4Fink** · 01-20-2004, 03:49 PM

I'm running 3GB of the same ram you're talking about except in 1GB sticks...GREAT STUFF!

Fink

Hbum · 01-20-2004, 05:06 PM

I would advise sticking with memory that is on the Asus QVL.

http://usa.asus.com/products/mb/sock...DDR400_QVL.pdf

Corsair is on second page.

Andrey · 01-21-2004, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by 4x4Fink
I'm running 3GB of the same ram you're talking about except in 1GB sticks...GREAT STUFF!

Fink

Just out of curiousity, what are you using your 3GB of RAM for? I mean I have 1GB and that's more than enough for me

-- Andrey

TheLaw · 01-21-2004, 09:19 AM

Corey,

Getting the DDR4000 wouldn't offer any advantage, since all of the RAM would still run at the 3200's speed. Besides, you probably wouldn't notice a difference between the two anyway.

Churnd · 01-21-2004, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by 4x4Fink
I'm running 3GB of the same ram you're talking about except in 1GB sticks...GREAT STUFF!

Fink

You must do some hardcore video editing or CAD design!

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WT Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Virgina Posts: 721	Neweggs been great to deal with on my past orders I just got my order in on a item I ordered last friday, well I would of had it yesterday but had to sign for it I have used that memory in many of systems and have not had any problems so it should work well in your system. Thats stuff rated real well for the OC (over clockers)out there too. I say stick with same clock speeds unless you plan on just using 2 new 512 sticks at 4000, The difference would be access speeds if you plan on over clocking more than you are now. Some times using mismatched speeds causes problems. __________________ 96 4Runner SR5 SC \| 3" Revtek Front/OME 891 Rear,Diff/Panhard Drop\|AirLift bags\|285/75/R16 Nitto Terra Grappler\|Eaqle 121 w/TRD Logo\|Bilsteins\|Cross-Drilled PS w/PF Pads\|Silver Reverse Gauges\|Custom Grill\|Catch-All Floor Mats\|Sylvania SilverStar\|Weather Tech Visors\|Clear Corner/Fronts\|Alpine MP3/WMA/CD\|99+Headlight/Console Mod\|K&N FIPK W/Drycharger\|Optima Redtop\|Trans-Cooler\|Remote Start\|PICS\|PICS2\| Last edited by WT; 01-20-2004 at 02:11 PM.

01-20-2004, 02:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
Andrey Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,009	I'm currently using 2 x 512MB of Corsair DDR 3600 and so far haven't had a problem. My P4-2.53 runs at 2.66 and 100% stable. I personally would highly recommend Corsair RAM, excellent stuff! -- Andrey __________________ '01 4Runner SR5 - 4x4 - 1" lift PP springs, deckplate mod, amsoil air filter, optima battery, alum. skid plate, alum. tube steps - Pioneer 8500MP, PhoenixGold Amp + Infinity Kappas, RockfordFosgate Amp (mono) + Audobahn 10" Sub - Yakima roof rack, Silverstars, Black Pearl emblems, Wet Okole seat covers, Wood Trim - TRD Supercharger, 7th inj. kit... weee heee!!!

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SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	On my Dell, I have PC3200 512MB 400MHZ. Mine will run all the ram at the slowest chip speed. So if I put in a PC2700, all of my ram would run at that rate. I am not sure if yours would do the same. Just run matching sticks and you should be fine. __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

01-20-2004, 03:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	I'm running 3GB of the same ram you're talking about except in 1GB sticks...GREAT STUFF! Fink __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

01-20-2004, 05:06 PM	#7 (permalink)
Hbum Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 184	I would advise sticking with memory that is on the Asus QVL. http://usa.asus.com/products/mb/sock...DDR400_QVL.pdf Corsair is on second page. __________________ H. M. Bumgardner Jr. 2000 4Runner Limited

01-21-2004, 09:19 AM	#9 (permalink)
TheLaw Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 161	Corey, Getting the DDR4000 wouldn't offer any advantage, since all of the RAM would still run at the 3200's speed. Besides, you probably wouldn't notice a difference between the two anyway. __________________ 1997 4runner Limited 4x4 My 4runner

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