Question:
I'm planning on adding some more RAM to my PC.?
Under Pressure
2009-07-22 04:34:26 UTC
I'm going to add 2 sticks of 1GB of RAM. What are the differences that I can tell? I have 512MB of RAM right now, and I only use my PC for music, watching videos, and just surfing the net. It's only going to cost me about 30 dollars to buy this, would you advise me to buy it? I don't play any video games on here either.
Five answers:
skylegendz
2009-07-22 05:13:11 UTC
With 512MB of RAM, unless you're using all of it through your Windows OS an upgrade isn't needed. The benefits of having 1GB allows you to play more memory hogging games, do some more intensive photo editing, video editing, etc etc. So with the current memory you have for the things you do on your computer, an upgrade isn't really needed.



To check if you need it:

For Windows XP or earlier:

-Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc

-Click on Performance Tab

-Look at the available physical memory while your applications are running. If the number is close or less than about 50000, then that RAM upgrade would be useful. It'll prevent any additional memory data be written on the hard drive as VRAM.

For Vista and Windows 7:

-Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc

-On the bottom right, if the Physical Memory is 85% or higher, same deal as explained in the Windows XP section.



So overall, this RAM upgrade will allow you to open more programs at a given time and give you better multitasking experience. Speed improvements happen when the RAM is faster than your current one.



"Do I have to unscrew stuff to get it in?"

No you don't need to. RAM sticks are held onto by tabs on the slot itself; so it's a matter of push in until you hear a click, or you can push the tabs on the RAM sticks. The only thing you'll need to unscrew is the case cover. But what you need to know is the RAM standard your motherboard can take. DDR1 cannot fit in DDR2 and vice versa. Also, some motherboards cannot take above a certain amount of memory. You should be fine with 1GB, however.

----To check what standard you're using, use this:

CPU-Z: http://www.cpuid.com/

It is a free, handy-dandy tool for many overclockers.

Click on the memory tab and the type is listed in the first slot.



"If I take out the old RAM, will I lose all the memory from my PC?"

No, the memory you're referring here is stored on your hard drive. We call that data.



Hope this helps and good luck.
sandyqbg
2009-07-22 04:53:44 UTC
Firstly, since I'm not American I can't judge if the goods will be worth the money. However, I strongly advice against using sub-standard components as you'll probably damage the other components in your PC(tho memory has little effect on the others). If the price is too good to be true then just pass the offer up.



The only thing you have to unscrew is your cabinet cover. The memory module fits snugly into a slot that resembles the NES/FAMCOM slots. There is a 'lock' one the side of each slot that keeps the RAM module in place. You will have to push it downwards outwards to release the RAM.



By removing the RAM you will NOT lose any data
2009-07-22 04:49:56 UTC
My advice is if it ain't broke, don't fix it.



You'll need to get the case open which will probably involve undoing some screws. The RAM itself is held in the slots by clips at each end.



Changing the RAM won't affect any of your files or data - the RAM gets cleared anyway every time the PC is turned off (make sure you turn it off and disconnect the power when working inside by the way).



You need to make sure that the RAM will work in your motherboard, which depends on the model and how many slots it has. At 30 bucks you might want to just try it and see.
seckman
2016-11-11 08:50:24 UTC
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sHauKaH
2009-07-22 04:51:13 UTC
Juz buy it if u want it....



but just make sure wat type ur slot are...DDR(newer one) or SDR...

if u want to check use everest ultimate edition...



no u dont have to unscrew anything...its like put in a battery in remote control...



and yes when u take the old one it will cause ur pc loss of ram which will not make ur pc to work....



but ur pc is turned off while doing this, so its not a big deal....


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