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    memory matching question.

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Tinderbox (UK), Mar 29, 2008.

  1. Tinderbox (UK)

    Tinderbox (UK) BAKED BEAN KING

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    Hi.

    I have 2gb in my PC but i would like 3gb.

    My 2gb is made by crucial, so i would like to stay with the same brand.

    But when i get the crucial website, to recommend upgrades.

    It only gives me matched pairs, and says they should be the same speed and size.

    Would it be OK, for me to use a 2gb + 1gb or would i loose performance.

    thanks

    John.
     
    Tinderbox (UK), Mar 29, 2008
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  2. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    Does the info in the dual channel RAM guide answer your question? You will lose a little bandwidth, but not enough to notice.

    John
     
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  3. redrazor11

    redrazor11 Formerly waterwizard11

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    It is pefectly fine to use a 2gb + a 1gb ram module. Just be sure to get the same speeds (if your first stick is 800mhz, make sure the other is, or if your first is 667, make sure the other is) Or else both ram sticks will run at the slower speed.

    So in short, yes, you can mix and match w/o losing performance
     
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