[greshman]

I bought memory here.
http://www.compusa.com/applications...?EdpNo=5265586&csid=ITD&body=MAIN#detailspecs
I downloaded cpu-z to tell me what kind of memory I have. this is a pic

 

[greshman]

any help would be appreciated.
I can already tell that the voltage for the memory is different than what i have dose that make a big differance?

 

[PRSF]

We would need to know what platform you are using this RAM in, how else are we suppose to tell you if you have purchased the correct RAM for your applications, inform us of the motherboard you are wanting to install this RAM into and mine as well just post the specs of the RAM instead of giving the link, makes it easier to look at

That RAM is meant for socket 1366 motherboards, meaning Core i7 CPUs, go to downloads and drivers page of your motherboard and open the QVL which is the motherboard memory (RAM) compatbility chart and see if your RAM is mentioned. More than likely this RAM should work regardless, it's quality well known Corsair RAM and the voltage is fine for 1366

 

[sobeit]

if from a major manufacturer, what exactly is the computers brand and model?

 

[PRSF]

I didnt even realize you had a CPUz posting of your RAM installed, if its installed, and the system is working, then you have the right RAM lol, and if you haven't gotten any BSODs then its probably stable, but regardless you want to run Memtest86+ regardless, 3 passes, download and burn the ISO to disc, boot off the disc before the system loads into Windows, once its done 3 passes you are then pretty sure its gonna be stable for good.

Again, 1.65v is fine for socket 1156 or 1366, and more than likely if you havent done anything in the BIOS its running at 1.5v, it might be at 1.65v but doubtful, you should enter the BIOS and manually set the timing and voltage and speed to 1333 MHz, though the timing is quite standard at CAS9 so its probably running at that already, but if you have 1366 and not 1156 its probably running at 1066 MHz by default 1.5v

 

[greshman]

Sorry for the lack of information.
I am running

Manufacturer IBUYPOWER
operatingsystem windows vista 64 bit.
Intel core I7 cpu 920 @2.67
motherboard MSI x58 pro SLI MS-7255
socket 1336 LGA
The memory i purchaced is not in my computer at this moment. Right now I have 6 gigabytes in my computer that came with the computer, so I know its ok. I am adding 6 more gigs of ram.
As far as I can tell, The type of memory that is in my computer is not being sold anymore. So I had to buy a differnt bran name

the specs for the memory i purchced is
Memory name Corsair
Memory Type: DDR3
Memory Speed: PC10666
Memory Speed MHz: 1333MHz
Memory Size: 3 x 2048MB
Total Memory Size: 6GB
Memory Channels: Triple
Memory Socket: DIMM
Memory CAS Latency: 9-9-9-24
Pins: 240
Voltage: 1.65V

 

[greshman]

sry typo... I ment to say socket 1366
Is there a way to tell if latency is correct with cpu-z?

 

[PRSF]

Your RAM installed showing on that CPUz you posted is running at 1066 MHz, 8-8-8-19 timing.

It says A-DATA RAM, and the max that RAM can take is 1333 MHz, it's generally best to stick with the same type of RAM when populating all the DIMMs on your motherboard, however if you do install this Corsair RAM, it should default to 1066 MHz, the timing I have no idea with that other RAM, but as long as you don't care about it running at 1333, since I don't think that A-DATA RAM can handle 1.65v, and you should give the Corsair RAM that much at 1333 MHz, see the predicament.

What is the application you are needing 12 GB of RAM for? I have 4 GB of RAM and it's more than enough. However since you are not currently running at 1333 and in a way won't be loosing any speed from what the current configuration you have is, mine as well toss em in, run memtest, and see how it goes.

 

[greshman]

well, I have a 30 day return polocy that is probably void if I open the package.
(Best situation)Its either return it and get my $200, or open it and take the chances what would you suggest?
I mean the timing and voltage is wrong.....Im leaning towards returning....

 

[Tyree]

Mixing RAM brands specs is never advised. Faster RAM will revert to the slower RAM speeds.
Your 6GB of RAM is way more than sufficient for any game and any apps with the possible exception of very intense graphics work. You will see no performance gain using more RAM and filling all the RAM slots on a Mobo can cause Voltage problems.
If you want to use the much better quality Corsair RAM, remove the A-Data and use ONLY the Corsair.

 

[greenbrucelee]

agreed there is no need in more than 4GB ram unless you into heavy video editing or graphics producing apps like photoshop. Games will never use it.