memory upgrade

[Guest]

Just purchased a new pc with only 2 memory slots which was designed to have a
maximum of 2 gigabytes of system memory.
The computor was bought with 1 gigabyte already installed which used both
slots with (2) two 512 MB memory boards.
Without looking or opening up the desktop case, I purchased another 1
gigabyte of memory and when it arrived found that it was a single memory
board as purchased and expected.
My question is, at this time, can a single memory board (512 MB) be removed
and have the use of the new board added to temporarily gain additional memory
up to 1 gigabyt + 512 MB (will this be compatable) to upgrade or add to
current system memory. I intend to purchase an additional single 1 gigabyte
board in the future and have the computer max'ed out with (2) two each single
gigabyte boards. Any help with the answer would be greatly appreciatedl

 

[M and D]

Presuming that the new RAM is the correct model for your computer -- hopefully, you used the RAM selector at one of the major RAM vendors' web sites -- you will have no problem whatsoever.

Steven

 

[Bruce Chambers]

Just purchased a new pc with only 2 memory slots which was designed to have a
maximum of 2 gigabytes of system memory.
The computor was bought with 1 gigabyte already installed which used both
slots with (2) two 512 MB memory boards.
Without looking or opening up the desktop case, I purchased another 1
gigabyte of memory and when it arrived found that it was a single memory
board as purchased and expected.
My question is, at this time, can a single memory board (512 MB) be removed
and have the use of the new board added to temporarily gain additional memory
up to 1 gigabyt + 512 MB (will this be compatable) to upgrade or add to
current system memory. I intend to purchase an additional single 1 gigabyte
board in the future and have the computer max'ed out with (2) two each single
gigabyte boards. Any help with the answer would be greatly appreciatedl

Maybe. It depends entirely upon the capabilities of your specific
motherboard and the compatibility of the new RAM module. Check your
PC's manual.

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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Bruce Chambers

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[Thota Umesh]

both ram shd be at same frequency basically there are two: 100 or 133 else
they wont work !