smoocherz said:
I have a PC with an Athlon Microprocessor running with WinXP Service
Pack 2. I had been using 512 meg of memory. In preparing for the new
Windows Vista, I decided to add additional memory. I now have 1,500 meg
of memory. It appears to me that the memory is slower now. Is there a
way to test this to determine and possibly fix this issue?
It is absolutely essential that any new RAM module(s) be fully
compatible with both the motherboard and/or any other RAM module(s)
already in the system. Additionally, there are sometimes jumper
switches on older motherboards that need to be reset for new RAM
configurations. Consult your motherboard's manual or the manufacturer's
web site for specific instructions and compatibility requirements.
If you cannot lay your hands upon the computer's manual and the
manufacturer doesn't provide a support web site, you can use these
utilities to help determine the correct type of RAM needed:
SiSoft's Sandra
http://www.sisoftware.co.uk/index.php?dir=&location=sware_dl&lang=en
Belarc Advisor
http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
Unlimited Possibilities' AIDA32
http://forum.aumha.org/overflow/aida32.zip
Lavalys' Everest Home
http://www.lavalys.com/products/overview.php?pid=1&lang=en
Also, Crucial Memory's web site (
www.crucial.com) has a database
to help to find the right RAM for your specific make and model
computer and/or motherboard.
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