About Dual Channel RAM...

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minhaz4u
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About Dual Channel RAM...

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My mobo has Four DDR2 RAM Slots. I have 2 X 512mb Kingston (800 Mhz) and a Single 1024mb Corsair (667Mhz). Is it possible to put these memories in to 3 slots and use it? What are the pros and cons ? :ohmy:
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You will lose dual channel if you use 3 sticks, which isn't necessarely a big deal depending what you use your computer for. It will work without a problem, you will just lose some performance in some applications
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Unless you run the 667Mhz stick overclocked (to 800mhz), you will also be running all sticks at the slower 667Mhz speed.

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Hi,Every one

Dual-channel architecture requires a dual-channel-capable motherboard and two or more DDR, DDR2 SDRAM, or DDR3 SDRAM memory modules. The memory modules are installed into matching banks, which are usually color coded on the motherboard. These separate channels allow each memory module access to the memory controller, increasing throughput bandwidth. It is not required that identical modules be used, but this is often recommended for best compatibility for dual channel operation. It is possible to use a single-sided module of 512 MB.
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