Crucial Memory Part Numbers - Does it really matter?

[stuman74]

I'm looking to get more RAM for my new Dell Inspiron 530. I currently have 2 x 1GB sticks that came with it that are PC-6400.

When I go to the Crucial site, it spits out a part number to order like it's supposed to. I'd rather order from Newegg and they have sticks of Crucial RAM that look to have the same exact specs (as far as I can tell), but the part numbers are very different. Does it matter? Do they just give different numbers if you are buying for a Dell vs a home-built PC? I just don't get it!

 

[stuman74]

Here are the links to the different sticks. As you can see, different part numbers. But what else is different?

http://www.crucial.com/store/m...bpoid=7180C245A5CA7304

http://www.crucial.com/store/p...x?IMODULE=CT12864AA800

 

[nefariouscaine]

besides one being an "OEM" part it wouldn't appear there is any difference - it is possible this could make a difference to Dell and warranty terms though.