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Billybobjoejoejoe asked in Computers & InternetHardwareDesktops · 1 decade ago

RAM upgrades for my desktop?

I have recently used the Crucial System Scanner, and it has found that I am currently running 512 mb of RAM in one holder.

The compatibility box said that I could run up to 2 GB of RAM.

In order to get to the 2 GB of ram, I'd need to replace the 512 mb stick with two 1 GB sticks.

Should I do this? Or would it be better for me to keep the original 512 mb stick in and be able to get a maximum of 1.5 GB?

Is it safe for my computer to use two 1 GB sticks?

Any input is appreciated. Thanks.

Update:

If I were to use the two 1 GB sticks, and my computer ended up crashing, could I take the two sticks out and put the 512 mb one back in?

Would that cause my computer to reboot normally?

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    The more cost effective option is to just add RAM to get it to 1.5gb, but for performance you should replace it and put in two 1Gb sticks. Personally i would put in two 1Gb sticks. two sticks of RAM will work fine. just make sure its compatible with your motherboard.

  • Clemente
    1 decade ago

    Yes it is safe to put two 1GB sticks in. You can also put one 1GB stick in to total 1.5GB if you are trying to save $$. 2GB of ram is better. I am running a new Quad core and Vista Home Premium with 6GB of ram and Aero enabled and it takes 2GB of ram at idle! so I would advise you to put as much as your unit will take. You won't be sorry you did.

  • Ernie B
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    I've gone both ways in your situation. I suggest going with a 2 new 1Gb DIMM. That way you don't risk compatibility issues from having two different brands of memory.

    Good Luck

  • Scott
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    i would go with 2 new 1gig sticks....the 512mb chip is probably not that great....go to newegg.com and buy some good ram....corsair,g skill,ocz, just to mention a few...you will getter better performance and it is not gonna cost a lot to do it.....30-50.00 bux most likely....as long as you get the same spec ram,could be from a different manufacture you will be fine...it should boot right up...

    newegg ram----http://www.newegg.com/Store/Category.aspx?Category...

    Scott

  • Morocho
    1 decade ago

    yes it works,

    ur computer would run faster if it has 2 rather than 1.5 or 512, i did it and its awsome

  • Av3FilmerGuy
    1 decade ago

    Hmmm, My computer is slightly older and it could only handle 512MB per slot. Be sure to check with your EXACT system model.

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