Ram Question (Org. Ram)
dimirpaw
The ram that comes with pre built pc's, can they be removed and replaced? I got a 128 or something DDR with my computer then I bought a 512 ddr, I wanted to know if I can take out my 128 for a 512 with no damage or any other problems.
Narada
Yes, but you need to make sure that you bought the same kind of DDR as the original because they have different key patterns in their slots. For example, if you had DDR400, you'd need to buy DDR400, not DDR333 because it wouldn't fit in the slot.
dimirpaw
Yep I know, thanks! 
pegasux
Another thing you want to do if you are still going to use the old stick with the new is that you have to make sure it has the same timing on the sticks...otherwise you will be running at the lower speed of the two. If at all possible get the same brand with the same timing.
Make sure you ground yourself though...I have seen the blue spark of death quite a few times working with servers and careless people. Use a static strap.
Make sure you ground yourself though...I have seen the blue spark of death quite a few times working with servers and careless people. Use a static strap.
momo2oo2
Yes of course, you only have to check what kind of memory it is, DDR, DDR2, etc. If you are not sure, better unplug the memory and take it to the shop :P
pegasux
yeah just don't let them install it for you...they will charge you $50 just to stick the dang thing it.
cannonfodder
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Originally Posted by Narada
For example, if you had DDR400, you'd need to buy DDR400, not DDR333 because it wouldn't fit in the slot.
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Dex
Also, if your system is an AMD socket 754 or 939 (probably not since your system only came with 128MB) you will probably need the modules to be exactly the same, down to the make/model of the chips used in the module. A few 754 and 939 motherboards have been known to accept modules with differences, but most of them need to be exactly the same.
Disregard this if you're not using an AMD 754 or 939.
Disregard this if you're not using an AMD 754 or 939.
dimirpaw
Thanks, just to let you know I have done this installing before, just needed to know if the org ram can be replaced, some guy said no so I came here and asked. The installing part I have done many many times before. It's a Kingston 512 ddr PC 3200 that i'm aware of. (I'll have to check) Since I don't have the package anymore for the other one I bought, is there any way of checking? Programs or anything?