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RogueGypsy · 08-07-2009, 08:21 AM

Vigilante is correct, it's a D865PERL. 4 slots, max 1 gig per slot.

The installed RAM is the same series of Kingston valueram as the ram I want to buy.

Talking to an computer repair guy yesterday, he tells me that Kingston buys RAM from multiple manufacturers, tests it and sells it as their own. I understand that mixing manufacturers could be a bad thing, so I ordered a matched pair from them yesterday with the intent of installing the pair and removing the existing pair.

Now I'm reading some good things about Windows 7 and thinking about maxing out the RAM (4 gigs) and upgrading my XP to a 64bit Windows 7 release. If I'm reading your responses right, I need to match all (4) sticks and not just the pairs????

I've had several people suggest I just buy a new computer, but I have to say, this Dinosaur has been very good to me. Only 1 crash in 7 years (yes, it's 7 years old) and that was when I powered it down and moved it. Never have I had a problem when it was running, ever. The processor is running at 2.8 Ghz and smokes any of my friends "new" computers. I'll have to upgrade the graphics card to move up to 64 bit, so any recommendations there would be great. But over all this has been an outstanding machine and I see no need to give it up until the processors genies figure out how to run a system at light speed instead of 'electric' speed.

Thanks again for all the responses and for any further advise you care to share,

Brock

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08-07-2009, 08:21 AM	#10 (permalink)
RogueGypsy Insane Location: The Great NorthWet	Vigilante is correct, it's a D865PERL. 4 slots, max 1 gig per slot. The installed RAM is the same series of Kingston valueram as the ram I want to buy. Talking to an computer repair guy yesterday, he tells me that Kingston buys RAM from multiple manufacturers, tests it and sells it as their own. I understand that mixing manufacturers could be a bad thing, so I ordered a matched pair from them yesterday with the intent of installing the pair and removing the existing pair. Now I'm reading some good things about Windows 7 and thinking about maxing out the RAM (4 gigs) and upgrading my XP to a 64bit Windows 7 release. If I'm reading your responses right, I need to match all (4) sticks and not just the pairs???? I've had several people suggest I just buy a new computer, but I have to say, this Dinosaur has been very good to me. Only 1 crash in 7 years (yes, it's 7 years old) and that was when I powered it down and moved it. Never have I had a problem when it was running, ever. The processor is running at 2.8 Ghz and smokes any of my friends "new" computers. I'll have to upgrade the graphics card to move up to 64 bit, so any recommendations there would be great. But over all this has been an outstanding machine and I see no need to give it up until the processors genies figure out how to run a system at light speed instead of 'electric' speed. Thanks again for all the responses and for any further advise you care to share, Brock ..... __________________ Methods, application and intensity of application vary by the individual. All legal wavers must be signed before 'treatment' begins. Self 'Medicating' is not recommend. However, if necessary, it is best to have an 'assistant' or 'soft landing zone' nearby. Any and all legal issues resulting from improperly applied techniques should be forwarded to: Dewy, Cheatum & Howe, Intercourse, PA 17534. Attn: Anonymous.