• We’re currently investigating an issue related to the forum theme and styling that is impacting page layout and visual formatting. The problem has been identified, and we are actively working on a resolution. There is no impact to user data or functionality, this is strictly a front-end display issue. We’ll post an update once the fix has been deployed. Thanks for your patience while we get this sorted.

Getting another RAM stick, worried about compatibility.

inf1nity

inf1nity

Golden Member
Hi guys. I currently have 1 GB DDR2-667 RAM on my PC. The 1 stick that I have is made by a company called Dynet. I have one slot empty and i want to buy another 1 GB DDR2 stick.

However I have a few worries about the CAS latency and whether it will cause problems for me. My current RAM, according to CPU-Z, has these timings-
obKCQnVvLawo.png


I was looking at RAM online and in the specs, they just mention the CAS latency. Rest of the numbers are not listed anywhere. Will this cause a problem?
Some of my options are-
Link1 Link2 Link3

Another point is that my motherboard cannot supply less than 1.85V to DIMM sticks. But the specified voltage is not mentioned in the first link, which i am inclined to buy, given its positive reviews.

Which one should I buy?
 
I'd try to match the stick, same size same maker, everything. I see your in India, but E bay has 2X1GB stick kits for less then $20 US. Can't find any match for your stick though, least not on Flee bay. I wouldn't suggest getting an odd maker, I would suggest getting 2X1GB sticks matched. IMHO
 
PhIlLy ChEeSe said:
I'd try to match the stick, same size same maker, everything. I see your in India, but E bay has 2X1GB stick kits for less then $20 US. Can't find any match for your stick though, least not on Flee bay. I wouldn't suggest getting an odd maker, I would suggest getting 2X1GB sticks matched. IMHO
Click to expand...

Different maker is the only issue. Technical specifications are the same.

Another question. Can I pair a DDR2-667 stick with DDR2-800? AFAIK the 800 stick will run at 667 with no problems right?
 
inf1nity said:
Different maker is the only issue. Technical specifications are the same.

Another question. Can I pair a DDR2-667 stick with DDR2-800? AFAIK the 800 stick will run at 667 with no problems right?
Click to expand...

Yes, I did the same thing with my old DDR2 system. FWIW, I had completely mismatched RAM (2x 256, 1x 1GB and I'm sure different timings) and what made the biggest difference was moar memory, not necessarily perfect timings.

Given your marketplace, if you can match timings I would think that's the best you can do...
 
So after reading the review I ordered the Transcend one. In the reviews, many people had the same stick as mine and they reported that the RAM was compatible with it.


Fingers crossed.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

TRENDING THREADS

Back
Top