I am trying to upgrade the ram on a gateway desktop. it has fdram pc 800, samsung brand. what is this?
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Short for Rambus DRAM, a type of memory (DRAM) developed by Rambus, Inc. PC 800 is, it is running at 800MHz
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The first guy's answer about how "if it's a laptop, you're screwed" is incorrect.  In fact, i have added a 512MB chip in mine.   RAM, or Random Access Memory can be found at any computer store for the most part. I've actually found that if you do a search online to find out EXACTLY which type of RAM to buy, then search for it on Ebay, you can generally get a pretty good deal!  Keep in mind, you want to make sure you get the right kind so it'll fit and work with your computer.  Installation is easy too!  For a desktop just take open the case and insert the RAM card, your computer should automatically recognize it. With laptops, there should be some screws on the back to take out and insert a card.  Most computers only allow 2-4 RAM cards, so if your laptop or whatever already has for instance two 128MB cards, you'd have to take one out to install your new one.
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DDR RAMs will not fit in a SDRAM slot. For utmost details:\nhttp://computer.howstuffworks.com/ram.htm
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go to www.crucial.com.  On the right hand side, there is a program that scans your whole computer.  complete the scan.  It will let you know what your system's capabilities are and what you can add.\n\nEdit - All hardware is NOT compatible.  You need to know what your motherboard configuration is.  If you have an AGP slot and get a PCI-E video card, then it's worthless. Also if you upgrade your ram, you need to get the right RAM or else your computer will go haywire on you.
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A few different ways:\n\nhttp://www.crucial.com/systemscanner/\n\nYes it does advise you on what specific ram THEY can sell you, but it will also give you the generic specs so you can go buy anyones ram thats the same.\n\nCompaq's web site usually has the specs for their systems.\nwww.compaq.com   (now actually through HP's support)\n\nYou could also take your computer to a repair shop and they could tell you.  There would most likely be a charge for that though.
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AGP\n\neVGA 128-A8-N319-LX Geforce FX5500 128MB 64-bit DDR AGP 4X/8X Video Card\nhttp://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814130207\n\nPCI\n\neVGA 128-P1-N309-LX Geforce FX5200 128MB 64-bit DDR PCI Low Profile Video Card - Retail\nhttp://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814130188
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Your new RAM must be DDR2...Besides, nothing else will fit as DDR2 has 240 pins, DDR has 184 pins and older SDRAM has 168 pins (for desktops anyway...laptops have a different number of pins than desktops, but each type still carries a separate number of pins from the other types).  Use the recommended speed as Dell computers are built only to handle a certain speed and, generally, are not upgradeable much less downgradeable.  Using memory of a different speed can cause your computer not to boot up and could possibly cause damage to the memory and/or motherboard.  Placing them in pairs is not absolutely necessary nor is using identical memory size chips, however, if you do use 2 sticks of identical memory, it gives the added benefit of using Dual-Channel which significantly enhances the performance of your memory and processor and, thus, your whole system.
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It would seem to me that crucial.com ofers refurbished products as well not to mention, they offer a tool to identify what type of ram you need. kahlon.com seems to be a retail site offering a broader range of PC parts. If I had to choose bettween the two of the for the sole purpose of aquiring ram it would be crucial.com .....There are many other sites as well. You can use a 3rd party system information software such as everest home to obtain the ram info. you need: http://www.majorgeeks.com/EVEREST_Free_Edition_d4181.html and then find you a deal at ebay: http://computers.ebay.com/  Good Luck!
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If you open up your PC and carefully remove one of the memory modules, it should tell you what type it is.  For example, it could be PC3200 DDR.  Once you know this, you can go to a computer shop and buy more memory.  Size doesnt have to match, but the speed of the memory does.
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I don't know specific abt your model.\nThe best way is to call Compaq Help Line and ask them for the same and they will guide you in detail.\nThe other option is goto your nearest hardware guy and ask them that you wanna upgrade your memory tell him your processor model and he will guide you very specifically.\nIf it's p3 you can go for SD and if p4 you can go for RD or DDR ram.\nGood Luck.\nDJ
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If you need to know the type of ram you have on your computer you could go to the manufacturers website of your computer and then type in the model number into the site's search box and look for something like "Product specifications" or "Product Information" and it will give you the specs on what hardware came installed on your computer.
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No, DDRam and SDRam are two different and uncompatible types of Ram.  If your new motherboard takes DDR and you only have SDR, you will have to go out and purchase DDR.  Sorry.
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1. If you were to buy RAM, it would have to match the current type of RAM installed in your computer, as well as be compatable with your motherboard. I beleive the EMachines T6412 uses PC-3200 RAM. The type of RAM (Ex: PC-3200) is normally listed on a sticker on the RAM stick.  1GB of PC-3200 RAM normally costs around $100.\n\n2. Dual-channel architecture DDR SDRAM describes a motherboard technology that effectively doubles data throughput in the frontside bus from RAM to the memory controller. Dual Channel-enabled memory controllers utilize two 64-bit data channels, resulting in a total bandwidth of 128 bits, to move data from RAM to the CPU.\n\nIn order to achieve this, the DDR SDRAM memory modules must be installed into matching memory slots, which are usually color coded on the motherboard. Each memory module in each slot should be identical to the one in its matching slot. It's also possible to use similar memory sticks from different manufacturers or different production series as long they are of the same size, specification, the same number of memory chips and internal organization.\n\n3. The World’s Fastest GPU Just Got Faster!\nDesigned for extreme HD Gaming, the eVGA 7600 GT graphics card delivers ultra-realistic gaming expereinces and unparalleled image quality and resolutions up to 2560x1600. A 128-bit memory interface and fast GDDR3 memory enable incredible smooth frame rates at maximum quality settings. This CO SuperClocked version pushes the limits to give an extra boost in performance!\n\n4. I don't see a reason to upgrade anything else, if you upgrade your RAM, you'll have plenty at 1.5GB.. This video card would let any current video game run smoothly, so the last thing I would say is a nice 19" or 21" LCD Monitor Display.
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Bogus dude has it right.  Use crucial.com to find out how many RAM banks you have.  Then as a suggestion, use their part numbers then go to newegg and order those part numbers from them.  You can buy ram anywhere so...\n\nOn a secondary note, you could try to match your RAM, you mention you are running 128 of pc2100 and 256 of pc2700.  It would be best if you ran the same types of ram in all your banks.  They even have matching ram sets that run at double data rate.  Currently your ram is dumbing itself down to pc2100 speeds.
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No the RAM does not have to be of Dell brand, it can be from any RAM manufacturer, but it must be a specific type, refer to your owners manuel on the computer, or find your computers manuel at www.dell.com/directstore for exact type of RAM
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http://www.crucial.com/store/listmfgr.asp?cat=RAM
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If i was you i would completely dry out everything put the new ram to one side reinstall the old ram, then if and when the PC is running go to Crucial and use there scanner to find out exactly what sort of ram you can upgrade to.