Sempron and PC2100

[jclem]

Can I run PC2100 memory with a Sempron or will it screw things up because the memory speed is 266 and the FSB is 333?

 

[3chordcharlie]

Yes, you can use it, though it isn't ideal.

If you already have the ram, just set the memory speed to 133 and the cpu to 166. If not, spend the extra couple of bucks to get pc2700.

 

[jclem]

So, I'll take a speed hit but it will work.

Thanks.

I'd get the ram along with it but I'm scraping cash to fix my system as it is. I have an XP1600 that's a little over 3 years old and the MB died on me. Would a Sempron 2400 with slower RAM be at least comparable to the 1600 performance-wise?

 

[3chordcharlie]

Originally posted by: jclem
So, I'll take a speed hit but it will work.

Thanks.

I'd get the ram along with it but I'm scraping cash to fix my system as it is. I have an XP1600 that's a little over 3 years old and the MB died on me. Would a Sempron 2400 with slower RAM be at least comparable to the 1600 performance-wise?

Yes, especially since the memory will be just as fast as it was for your xp1600. But unless you're getting a great price on the ram, it's better to just get pc2700.

The sempron will be considerably faster than the xp1600, either way.

 

[Appledrop]

just make sure your motherboard allows you to change ram speed independently from CPU .