thanks for the advice, guys.
ideally i would get the same exact spec memory that it already has, but like everyone already knows, they're not too common so i would like a larger pool to pick from. also, i will only be getting them off ebay as it seems they're quite expensive in stores.
i actually managed to recieve 2 different computers at the same time that both use rambus and even the same exact spec (pc800-45ns)...
- one is a dell with 2x128mb and 2 blanks. haven't actually gotten it fired up as i haven't gotten a replacement harddrive for it yet. it's a Dell Dimension 8200 and the board doesn't have any designation on it.
- other is a generic system with 2x128mb and 2x64mb. motherboard is an Intel D850GB.
i want to get 2x256mb and put it in the dell (slightly better) along with the 2x64mb for 640mb total. and then 4x128mb in the generic for 512mb total.
i just looked at the
manual for the D850GB (didn't think of this :lick
and it states a couple things...
- supports PC600 or PC800, but they all must be the same. doesn't mention ns ratings.
- supports ECC and non-ECC, but "
If ECC functionality is required, all installed RIMM modules must be ECC-compliant." what if i don't want ECC functionaility? can i still use ECC-compliant sticks? if so, do all of them have to be? no clue. ECC rambus is as (if not more) common than non-ECC on ebay so it would be nice if i could mix.
also, i 'm now pretty sure the 144mb and 288mb i've seen refers to 144Mbit and 288Mbit, which denotes ECC.