Wrong RAM voltage

[darketernal]

I tried to put a computer together for my friend a couple days ago, I didn't realize till to late that the RAM voltage was 1.9V-2.0V while the P5B-E only supports 1.8V RAM. When i tried the power button, before realizing the voltage problem, the comp wouldn't post.

First of all, does the RAM, mobo or both get damaged if you try to run with bad voltages?

Second, will a computer even POST with bad RAM, just curious?

Third, does anyone want 2x1GB G.Skill DDR2@-800 1.9V-2.0V RAM, probably willing to sell for anoud $200-$250?

 

[zagood]

1. Ram voltage on that board goes from 1.80V ~ 2.10V.
2. Won't ruin anything if not enough, instead of too many, volts.
3. That's way too expensive for most versions of that ram, you may want to try and return/exchange it.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...40000147+1052308477&name=2GB+(2+x+1GB)

-z

 

[Roguestar]

Try putting one stick in slot three and see if it'll boot for you to change the vDIMM.

 

[Blain]

Originally posted by: darketernal
...the RAM voltage was 1.9V-2.0V while the P5B-E only supports 1.8V RAM.

The voltage on the P5B-E goes up to 2.1v.
"Performance" type memory usually needs higher than standard voltage.
Borrow a stick of standard memory and boot the MB up, change the voltage to 2v.
Save your changes and then swap back to the G.Skill.

 

[darketernal]

ok, i got the prices wrong, sorry, if anyone wants it we can sell it for $125 it's the green colored one that's going for $140

thanks a bunch, i'll it with my RAM once we get a new cpu fan also. lol

 

[Blain]

You need to post in the For Sale/Trade forum if you want to sell your DIMMs.