Off topic: Computer issue

jwblue · Jan 27, 2005

I would be greatful if person knowegeable with computers could answer a few questions regarding adding memory to a computer.

1) I have two DIMM slots. Do both memory chips need to have the same amount of memory?

2) Is there such a think as external memory where I can plug into my USB ports?

Thanks ahead of time.

IS

JohnnyDeMarco · Jan 27, 2005

1) depends on what kind of ram you are using. I think RD ram has to run in pairs. RD ram is expensive. See what kind of ram your computer uses. www.crucial.com

2) I know of no ram that runs from a USB port. Usually you can add a external drive that way like an additonal hard drive.

TTinCO · Jan 27, 2005

1) A quick way to find out is to remove one of the existing Dimms & see if your machine will boot (Odds are that it will). Regardless, if you do happen to need pairs, they will be sold that way (usually called "kits").

2) Nope.....good idea though

1cheater · Jan 28, 2005

Inspades, somthing going on with your computer that you need extra memory?

jjgold · Jan 28, 2005

just get a new computer

upgrading not worth it

computers are cheap

1cheater · Jan 28, 2005

JJ, if RAM is all that's needed, it's very cheap, 30-40$

jwblue · Jan 28, 2005

#1cheater# said:
Inspades, somthing going on with your computer that you need extra memory?

Yeah, it's crashing and slow. I have scanned my hard drive for spyware and viruses and nothing shows up. I have Windows XP and sometimes have up to 20 browsers +4 other windows open. I have 256K memory. It takes up to 30 seconds to open up Word sometimes.

Not sure what else it could be.

IS

Woody0 · Jan 28, 2005

InSpades said:
Yeah, it's crashing and slow... I have 256K memory.

No wonder you have problems. :lol:

But seriously the 256 Meg of memory you have is too limited for your usage. I was told XP really needs a minimum of 512 Meg. Just put at least another 512 Meg in your DIMM slots and it should go great, if you have a reasonable processor speed.

Holysmoke+ · Jan 28, 2005

I agree with the earlier post. Crucial.com is the only place I have bought RAM since mid 90's. I have never had one stick go bad. I have built around 100 machines, crucial is the best imo.