OCZ SLI-Ready Dual Channel 4096MB PC6400 DDR2 800MHz Memory (2x2048MB)

[1ceHacka]

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$44.99 with a $25 MIR. Seems like a decent deal even with the other sub $40 ram deals out there if you don't mind waiting for a rebate.

 

[13Gigatons]

Some states get charged tax plus there is no free shipping.

Alternative: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...7269&Tpk=OCZ2N800SR4GK

 

[Karaktu]

Just FYI, this is the older stuff that is 5-4-4. The new OCZ "SLI" memory is 4-4-4.

 

[Schmide]

I just want to gripe.

What the hell does memory have to do with running an SLI system?

 

[13Gigatons]

Originally posted by: Karaktu
Just FYI, this is the older stuff that is 5-4-4. The new OCZ "SLI" memory is 4-4-4.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16820227377

Not sure it will make much difference.

 

[13Gigatons]

Originally posted by: Schmide
I just want to gripe.

What the hell does memory have to do with running an SLI system?

The new OCZ PC2-6400 4GB SLI-Ready Series is equipped with NVIDIA Enhanced Performance Profiles (EPP) to optimize the modules? gaming performance on nForce® SLI-based motherboards. Designed to deliver exceptional memory performance with the latest DX10 games OCZ exclusively has engineered select high-performance 4GB memory SLI kits with advanced SPD (Serial Presence Detect) settings to allow compatible motherboards to recognize and utilize the added information, ultimately increasing the performance potential of the entire platform.

OCZ PC2-6400 4GB SLI-Ready memory modules are programmed to boot at 800MHz DDR2 with tight timings of 5-4-4. Only motherboards equipped with the custom-designed BIOS, such as those designed for NVIDIA nForce SLI MCPs, can detect the optimized SPD profiles and ensure the memory functions under the best possible conditions. The exclusive OCZ SPD specifications take out the guesswork and provide enthusiasts and gamers with significant overclocked performance with no manual adjustment or compatibility issues.

 

[Zap]

Originally posted by: Schmide
What the hell does memory have to do with running an SLI system?

Basically it is an EPP profile in the SPD. Manufacturers can get NVIDIA to verify it on NVIDIA boards and then call it "SLI Certified."

Note that DDR3 on x58 boards can also have a special profile called XMP.