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Sorry for the pretty basic question, I've just added on RAM of differing types before and want to make sure I understand any issues adding on might bring.
My current RAM: CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-6400C4DHX
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The RAM I want to add to my system: CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-6400
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Lower Voltage, higher latency, slower timing, and no DHX (whatever that is) on the new set. This would for the setup listed in my Sig. I just got Win 7 upgrade and am getting ready to try XP mode to keep an old 32 bit USB tuner in the mix. I need some more memory to handle the load. I generally do a light overclock of my 7750 to 3ghz by upping the multiplier alone, using stock voltage. I haven't made any changes to RAM speeds specifically, or anything else in the past.
Will it work for me? What are the downsides to using RAM with those differences in specs, if any? Would I be better off selling my current RAM and replacing it with 4GB of perfectly matching sticks, even if they're not quite as nice as the XMS2's I have now?
Thank you.
My current RAM: CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-6400C4DHX
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Capacity | 2GB (2 x 1GB) Speed | DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Cas Latency | 4 Timing | 4-4-4-12 Voltage | 2.1V with DHX Technology |
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Capacity | 2GB (2 x 1GB) Speed | DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Cas Latency | 5 Timing | 5-5-5-18 Voltage | 1.9V |
Will it work for me? What are the downsides to using RAM with those differences in specs, if any? Would I be better off selling my current RAM and replacing it with 4GB of perfectly matching sticks, even if they're not quite as nice as the XMS2's I have now?
Thank you.
