How to upgrade memory

[Renee']

I want to upgrade my memory from 128mb to 256mb or a
combination of the 2 for a total of 384mb.

I installed the chip (Kingston 8DRAM for Desktop - KVR-
PC133/256-R)reboot after the installation it goes to the
screen in which I am suppose to select how I want to boot
i.e. START IN SAFE MODE, LAST KNOWN GOOD,....

What step am I missing to complete this upgrade and make
it work?

I have a Dell Dimension 2100 with a Celeron processor and
the memory specifications are as follows: non ECC SDRAM,
2 gold contacts,MEMORY CAPACITY IS 32,64,128 & 256mb (non
ecc) Maximum Memory is 512mb (non ecc) frequency -
100mhz, voltage - 3.3v, data bus width - 64 bits.

HELP ME PLEASE!!!!!!!
Renee'

 

[Joe Sanchez]

Hi Renee,
Try swithing the order of the ram sticks. Fill the banks starting with bank
one.
example Bank 1 256 mb
Bank 2 128 mb
Hope This Helps
Joe Sanchez

 

[Ron Martell]

I want to upgrade my memory from 128mb to 256mb or a
combination of the 2 for a total of 384mb.

I installed the chip (Kingston 8DRAM for Desktop - KVR-
PC133/256-R)reboot after the installation it goes to the
screen in which I am suppose to select how I want to boot
i.e. START IN SAFE MODE, LAST KNOWN GOOD,....

What step am I missing to complete this upgrade and make
it work?

I have a Dell Dimension 2100 with a Celeron processor and
the memory specifications are as follows: non ECC SDRAM,
2 gold contacts,MEMORY CAPACITY IS 32,64,128 & 256mb (non
ecc) Maximum Memory is 512mb (non ecc) frequency -
100mhz, voltage - 3.3v, data bus width - 64 bits.

Try booting with just the new 256 mb module by itself.

If that does not work properly then the module is defective, or
improperly installed, or is not compatible with your specific computer
system.

If it does work then shut down and add the 128 mb and see if that
works.

If the computer works with either the 128 or 256 mb modules by
themselves but not when both are installed then the two modules are
not compatible with each other and cannot be used together, at least
not in your computer.

Good luck


Ron Martell Duncan B.C. Canada
--
Microsoft MVP
On-Line Help Computer Service
http://onlinehelp.bc.ca

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