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    can the m17x r4 make use of 1866 ddr3?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by cdoublejj, Aug 20, 2016.

  1. cdoublejj

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    or would it under clock it? also in theory if would getting faster ram than the laptop supports help with over clocking?

    EDIT: does there exist a kit of 1866 cas 9 or cas 8?
     
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    Solo wing Notebook Consultant

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    What CPU?
    I'm using Corsair Vengeance DDR3 2133MHz 4 x 4GB @ 1.35v
    Still need to fiddle around with timings.
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    I gained ~200 points in FS physics score. A snappier OS, could be placebo.
     
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    i7-3820QM which will get upgraded at some point
     
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    Yes, 1866Mhz RAM is supported. Some people use 2133Mhz RAM too. In regards of better cas, they will be hard to find.
     
    mariussx, Aug 22, 2016
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    well damn how high can it support? is 2133mhz it?
     
    cdoublejj, Aug 23, 2016
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    Looking for a RAM upgrade to 16GB if 1600 CL9 Corsair...I'm wondering can the AW17 take that 1866 or 2133 too ?
    Thanks ! If yes please suggest too.

    Also there are no 1866MHz with lesser latency timings afaik.
     
    Ashtrix, Aug 29, 2016
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    is the AW17 a newer model than the m17x R4?
     
    cdoublejj, Sep 8, 2016
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