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    2x256 or 1x256 and 1x512?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by lp33, Dec 1, 2005.

  1. lp33

    lp33 Notebook Consultant

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    I have a customized HP dv4000, and I belive it does support dual channel memory. SO would it be better to have 2 matching sticks of RAM? I it comes with 256 already but was wondering what kind of a difference it would be to put in a stick of 512MB.
     
    lp33, Dec 1, 2005
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

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    More RAM is always better - get as much as you can. Dual-channel doesn't make a big difference.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Dec 1, 2005
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    I'd et 1x512 so you have room to add more if you want. Dual channel has a minimal impact.
     
    Brian, Dec 1, 2005
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    lp33, Dec 1, 2005
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    I've never had a problem with Kingston - looks good to me. :)
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Dec 1, 2005
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    Looks good to me- and then you can stick another 512 in later-
     
    itshondo, Dec 1, 2005
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