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Howdy all. Long time reader (well not that long but any ho), first time poster.
I usually do alot of research and find my answers without posting but I am short on time due to RL issues and was wondering if you guys can give some advice.
I'm considering upgrading my RAM and am not sure wheather it would make any difference.
Currently I am running 1GIG PC2100 (2x512). My MOBO (ASUS A8V Deluxe) is capable of running PC3200 RAM and I was wondering if you guys think I would notice a difference by upgrading. Currently due to the RAM I have now I am only able to run in single channel mode. By upgrading to PC3200 I will be able to run in dual channel mode.
ECC vs NON-ECC? According to SiSoft SANDRA it recommends running ECC with large amounts of RAM. I understand that ECC RAM is primarily used in servers so I assume I should stay away from it.
Next, is gaming RAM ie: Crucial Ballistiks, etc. really worth the investment?
I do not OC my system so I don't see any since of investing in the gaming RAM unless it really makes some sort of difference at stock speeds.
Any recommendations greatly appreciated
I usually do alot of research and find my answers without posting but I am short on time due to RL issues and was wondering if you guys can give some advice.
I'm considering upgrading my RAM and am not sure wheather it would make any difference.
Currently I am running 1GIG PC2100 (2x512). My MOBO (ASUS A8V Deluxe) is capable of running PC3200 RAM and I was wondering if you guys think I would notice a difference by upgrading. Currently due to the RAM I have now I am only able to run in single channel mode. By upgrading to PC3200 I will be able to run in dual channel mode.
ECC vs NON-ECC? According to SiSoft SANDRA it recommends running ECC with large amounts of RAM. I understand that ECC RAM is primarily used in servers so I assume I should stay away from it.
Next, is gaming RAM ie: Crucial Ballistiks, etc. really worth the investment?
I do not OC my system so I don't see any since of investing in the gaming RAM unless it really makes some sort of difference at stock speeds.
Any recommendations greatly appreciated