Memory - 2 sticks of 256 DDR PC2100 or 1 stick of 512?

[DJediMaster]

As title. Is there any difference using 2 sticks of memory rather than one stick?

 

[Maggotry]

If you get 2 sticks and one goes bad, you're still up and running. If you want to add more memory in the future and you only have 2 dimm slots, then go with 1 512 stick. I run 512M in all my systems. 2 x 256.

 

[microAmp]

For o/c 1 stick could be better, but Maggotry made a very good point, if one dies...... your only one dies ouchy!

 

[JellyBaby]

One stick is generally better. OCing issues are sometimes fewer, as has been said, plus you'll have another slot for future needs. Only disadvantage is price -- 512 sticks are always higher.