Memory query on MSI K8N Neo 2 mobo......

StevieP · 5 Jun 2006 at 11:43

I want to upgrade my current 1gb of memory (2 x 512 sticks) to 2gb. My question is, since I have 4 sockets, can I add another 2 sticks of 512mb to make 2gb and have it still run in dual channel @ 200mhz???

I once added 2 x 256mb sticks making 1.5gb in total (all these the same Geil value memory btw) and a) my machine became unstable and b) the boot up screen showed the speed as 166mhz?!?!?!????

Seems a shame to have to buy 2 1gb sticks when I have 4 memory banks!!!

Anyone know if I can just do the above??

Thanks in advance....

StevieP

StevieP · 5 Jun 2006 at 13:26

Thanks for the link, just had a look.....

Question is, is Geil value DDR400 3200 memory single or double sided?? I assume its double?!? (with it being DDR) - Although I cant find it on the Geil website either way??

And if it is "Double" - is it still going to be substantially faster running 2gb @ 333 or 1gb @ 400?!?!?

(although I'm sure it shows the speed as 200mhz on my boot up???

StevieP