PC100, and PC133 questions

ChemicalAgent

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While ordering the parts for a new rig, I accidentally ordered a stick of PC100 Crucial ram. I meant to get PC133, but I didn't realize there was a difference in the listing of memory that was compatable with my mobo. I have an Asus CUSL2-C, and a 800EB PIII. Will the ram speed knock the system bus from 100, to 133? And will I see much a performace difference? Is it worth the hassle to return it?

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AndyHui

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While you can run the FSB and RAM synchronously on the CUSL2, ie FSB at 133 and RAM at 100, it does take a hit to performance. I think you should return the PC100 and get PC133.