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07-16-2007, 08:23 PM
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Mix and match single and dual channel RAM?
My motherboard supports dual channel RAM (four slots), and the fastest it takes is PC3200 (DDR 400). I bought a pair of OCZ 512 dual channel sticks, and was shopping around for another pair, when I got a really good deal on a 1GB stick of Patriot DDR 400.
Is this a mistake? Would the best performance come from two pairs of 512 dual channel, as opposed to what I have? I'm not really looking at overclocking right now, so I guess I don't need the highest performance I can squeeze out, but I would like to. Thanks as always for all your help.  |
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07-16-2007, 10:28 PM
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Re: Mix and match single and dual channel RAM?
Dual channel can only be utilized if you are running an even number of sticks (2,4,6,8). Therefore, if you decided to save a few bucks and get a 1Gb stick you would no longer be running your memory in dual channel.
Now, personally, I would say go with 2 more sticks of the OCZ. Some people may say to go with the 1Gb. It's your choice. Eric |
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