How to Buy Desktop Memory

If you have ultimately made the decision to add a bit of a speed boost to your current Pc, the first thing you may want to add is some extra memory. Desktop memory, or Ram, is valuable if you are seeing to run very demanding software, or you are wanting to multi-task a minuscule more than you are currently.

When seeing for Ram, the first thing you are going to want to form out is which type of Ram is supported by your motherboard. There are a few guides online that you can check out to see what Ram looks like and how to open the side of your computer to take yours out to see what kind it is.

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If you bought your computer from a store, the documentation that came with the computer will more than likely have a specification for the type of Ram your motherboard and Cpu supports. If you built things yourself, knowledge of your processor type or your motherboard's model estimate will help you find documentation about what type of Ram is supported by your Pc.

With that information in hand you are ready to buy some extra Ram. Currently, almost all modern computers are using whether Ddr2 or Ddr3 type Ram. Obviously, Ddr3 is the latest version in the Ddr series and if your computer supports it as well as Ddr2, it is recommended that you go with the Ddr3. When seeing at the specifications of Ram online at sites like http://www.newegg.com or http://www.tigerdirect.com (both very good computer parts retailers) you'll come across descriptions of the general format: Ddrx Xxxxmhz. The Ddrx will specify whether the Ram is version 2 or 3, and the X's beside the Mhz tell you the clock speed of the Ram. Each motherboard and Cpu sustain distinct clock speeds so it is very important to remember to make sure to get the clock speed for your computer otherwise things won't fit and you'll be left with a useless part.

Remember to read the comments that other users have submitted for products you are seeing to purchase. If you are shopping on sites like NewEgg or TigerDirect, you'll see that safe bet brands like Kingston and Corsair are the most popular. If you are unsure what to buy because you are confused by the technical specifications, find sticks online that match your current specs and go with the one that has the best overall rating.

How to Buy Desktop Memory