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    Can DDR3 memory be installed in DDR2 slot?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Lscman, Jul 8, 2012.

  1. Lscman

    Lscman Notebook Enthusiast

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    Were the specs on DDR3 memory changed to such a degree that it can't ever be used in a DDR2 slot? I notice the older DDR2 memory costs more.
     
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    Lscman Notebook Enthusiast

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    I found a good article about this topic. A 240 pin DDR3 memory is never compatible with 240 pin DDR2 slot, period. Oh well, too bad.
     
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    crazy1 Notebook Guru

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    No. You cannot use DDR3 in a DDR2 slot. DDR3 memory for laptops have 204 pins while DDR2 has 200-pins. Even if you could find a way of making the DDR3 fit, your computer would not support it. Sorry, you will have to pay more if you want DDR2, unless you can find some used DDR2 on ebay or something.
     
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