Is this RAM "unbuffered"? It does not specifically say that anywhere in the description. Thanks!
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The Ram is unbuffered. http://www.crucial.com/store/partspecs.aspx?IMODULE=BLS2KIT4G3D1609DS1S00 Part Number: BLS2KIT4G3D1609DS1S00 Module Size: 8GB Kit (4GBx2) Package: Ballistix 240-pin DIMM Feature: DDR3 PC3-12800 Specs: DDR3 PC3-12800 * 9-9-9-24 * Unbuffered * NON-ECC * DDR3-1600 * 1.5V * 512Meg x 64 *
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I am not so sure. I didn't have good experience with this RAM. I am not using it anymore. Waste of money!
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I just checked the box for you and it doesn't say if it is buffered or not. But I remember I had this question before buying it and after doing some search, I found someone said that it would be buffered. I then bought it and used it on my old Dell 2350 computer (where Dell says single 1GB module cannot be used). Well it is working just fine. I use this 1GB module with another 512MB module. Total now is 1.5GB...
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There are 4 slots for RAM you will and you need to replace them in pairs. I hade the same problem 2 256K sticks for a total of 512K. To get to the 2GM maximum I bought 4 512K sticks of RAM and replace them all.
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I added RAM on mine - 2 gig because it only had two slots. Not sure when it maxes out, but that probably would be determined by what sort of chip it is. I'm sure you can research that online.
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This model uses the proprietary RAM, soldered on the motherboard. It's designed (by the manufacturer) not to be upgradable "at home". If you find a way to overcome this, pls report it here
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Remember that some makers ram plays better than others. 99% of the time it works just plugging it in, but that other 1% you might have to go into bios and set the voltage/speed manually.
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To add to the yes answer I gave. The two 8GB units should be unbuffered with non-ECC DDR3 204-pin SO-DIMMS
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No, this one is actually FB (Fully Buffered) and will not work in regular DDR2 slots. They should do a better job in the description, I bought this one and it didn't work so I had to return it and get a different one.
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No, this is Server Memory. I found out too late and I was beyond the return period. Now stuck with 2 sticks of perfectly good RAM that I cannot use.
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Update (since I previously said it WAS expandable): When I talked to a rep a couple of weeks ago, I was assured that the RAM was upgradeable, but it might have to go to one of their service centers. Just called in, and the sales rep said 2 gb was the max (BUT it was obvious she was just reading the same site info that I already had in front of me). Frustrating.
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No. This is not desktop RAM. You'll likely want unbuffered RAM for desktops. This stuff is designed for server and workstation boards.
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The manual states that the board supports non-ECC, unbuffered memory. I see that the the specs here list buffered memory but that would be a misprint. I am running Crucial Ballistix Sport DDR3 - 1600 8gb X 2 (16gb Kit) in mine. Hope this helps.
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I haven't done it yet, but it shouldnt't affect your ability to upgrade your ram. If anything it will only help your performance.
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Just so people know. You have to specifically enable 1600 RAM speeds within the BIOS. Or else it will default to 1333.
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Melder you might want to prepare as there is now a review on cnet.com where the reviewer states his unit comes with 1GB welded on and no way to update it to 2gb. Please post your findings when you get your unit and I hope the RAM is upgradeable!
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make sure you match up your FSB! If you have money left over max out that old ram it wont be expensive. Make sure you buy paste too.