If I got 2 kits to make 16gb would it be called a matched set? Like buying a 4 stick kit (4X4 kit). I want to run 16gb matched kit @ quad channel.
294321
In my opinion. Yes. But some might argue that the 2 different packages could if rolled off the assembly line at very different intervals and that they slightly changed a chip during the interval
294322
2 kits could come from different batches so there's no guarantee they'd make a matched set. Generally you only need to match DIMMs within a given channel, though, unless you're doing something special, which it sounds like you might be doing. Otherwise as long as all the DIMMs have the same timing, you should get the same results even from unmatched sets.
294323
In regards to you first inquiry, the matched set provides greater chance of stability, but also removes one more possibility if the system becomes unstable. For example: Using the 16 GB kit means that these sticks have come from the same lot; were tested to work with each other; and as a result, removes compatability issues from the table. On the other hand, if you were to buy to sets of 8GB kits at different times and find your system unstable, you now have one more possibility to explore. The possibility is whether or not the sticks are compatible with each other. You see, there is more to RAM than just "the big 4"(CAS, tRCD, tRP, tRAS). Now, that isn't to say that you can't use different kits simultaneously; however, some motherboards tend to be picky about this issue. When in doubt, just use something from the motherboard Quality/Qualified Vendor List, as this list will show what products have been tested to be compatible. So, in short, it is always best to install kits when you want more than one stick of RAM. In regards to the timing, the numbers represent clock cycles. Let's take your first set. 7-10-10-28 means that CAS = 7 clock cycles, tRCD = 10, tRP = 10, tRAS = 28. A clock cycle is the time any data access command takes to process. The lower numbers in the timing sequence means that the latency is lower. Better and/or faster is not apparent unless you consider the frequency of the RAM as well. For example: 8-8-8-24 vs 9-9-9-24; clearly the faster one is CL8, but only if the frequency is the same. So instead, consider comparing the RAM like this: DDR3 2000 CL8 is faster than DDR3 2000 CL9 just stick with the same speed, cas timings and voltages AND manufacturer and you should be perfectly fine for quad channel with these.
294324
Yes, you wont see any performance gain from quad channel (does your motherboard support quad channel?) 2x4gb is plenty for anybody at this point until software multitasking progresses.
926061
The 3 x 2gb ram sticks would function fine on this mother board. They would not run quad channel, but would function likely faster than you need. If you found another 2gb stick similar enough to the 3 you have it may run quad channel-MAY is the key word. Even the same exact part number is not guaranteed to run quad channel with your three ram stick. Chances are any ram that is the same spec would run quad, but the memory makers give no promises unless it is a quad channel set/kit. I think that is mostly to sell more costly kits to consumers.
1073791
Well, that is not necessarily true. Kits provide a matched set of memory sticks. They are measured to insure their specs are identical. This can be important if you are overclocking the memory. If you are using it at rated speeds, however, it probably doesn't matter much.
1985792
If you want to guarantee compatibility 100% then it's best to buy matched sets. However, what you plan to do will work most of the time as long as you get the same speed and timings.
2281671
Yes, this is a duel channel. So you will need two sticks, though I have read that you can run one stick. The manual is rather unclear on this.
1209103
Kits generally mean you are getting multiple matched dimms in a given package, mostly packages of 2 or possible 3, sometimes 4.The mfr's description should tell you the # of dimms, if not the total amount of memory in the package. Generally divide the total memory ina given package by 2 - if the result is an EVEN # in gigabytes you're getting 2 dimms of that size. If the result is an ODD # then it's usually 3 dimms.
806253
Yes, these are two sticks of 4 gigs each for a total of 8 gigs of ram. They're on sale for $65! Get them! (I paid $85 :p)
889214
I got one 8g stick to match up with a 8g stick that I was using, with no problems it just matched and worked correctly.
783084
4gb x 2sticks. Seems to clock to 1333 Mhz by default for me but does 1866 easily. Haven't tried 2000+ yet.
1307738
No, of course not. One card takes up one slot, how are you going to get two in one ? It's strongly recommended you use matching ram for each slot (i.e. you could have 4 GB in one slot and 2 GB in the other for 6GB total, but it's not recommended).
585928
I can't be absolutely specific, but it works better with a small one, about as small as you can find on the market. The machine can't read large sticks well. My dealer says to put fewer than 20 embroidery designs on one stick. I would put even fewer than that. My machine leaves out some of the designs when I try to put too many on the stick. If 2 gigabytes is the smallest stick you can get (that's my memory), then that is the one to use. I have found them on Amazon, but not in stores. Good Luck.
479618
You can't purchase two kits and make them work as one.. The memory modules must be made at exact same time in exact conditions.. If the kits says it's dual core then it's dual core if the kit says it's for quad core it's for quad core you can't mix-and-match or combine
843155
Those 2 numbers are the lot numbers, meaning when they were manufactured. So the company hynix gets in a shipment of silicon and they make hundreds of ram from that batch of silicon and stamp a number on those ram, the lot number. It should be totally fine :).
2067077
you can use the single 8GB stick. As mentioned elsewhere, it will probably run a bit faster with 2 sticks of 4 (as long as you aren't using slower memory).
666260
I think 16gb is way more than I needed. I use less than 8 on average. Once I saw it jump over 8 to close to 9. So I allocated 6gb for my motherboard to use as quick access hd storage. I think you would be more than ok picking up this set or a 2x8gb set.
1326181
The short answer: yes. Additionally, you must use the matched transmitter/receiver ie; N1 body pack w/the N1 transmitter. They are set at the factory with matching frequencies. Consequently, you CAN use multiple matched kits as long as none of the frequencies are repeated. When ordering, just make sure of your current frequency by checking the end flap on the original carton. I hope this clears up any confusion.
808073
This is a set of two (512) But PNY gives you a good ram for your money. I have used PNY in all my desktops from 1 gig to 8 gig never any problems.you can get PNY in a 1 gig , 2 gig , 4 gig set. They normally come in sets like this (2 sticks of 512 =1 GIG) (2 sticks of 1 GIG = 2 GIG) or (2 sticks of 2 GIG = 4 GIG) Hope this helps.