The speed of a personal computer directly depends on the correct selection and installation of all its components. Correct selection and installation of RAM memory modules is the most important key to the successful operation of your PC.
In the previous article we looked at . In this article we will look at the issues of selecting RAM and its proper arrangement in the motherboard connectors.
Basic recommendations applicable to all types and types of memory:
– it is best to install DIMM modules with the same memory capacity;
– the modules must match in operating frequency (Mhz); if you install modules with different operating frequencies, then in the end they will all operate at the frequency of the slowest memory;
– for installed RAM cards, it is advisable to combine timings and memory latencies (delays);
– it is better to select modules from one manufacturer and one model.
Some enthusiasts try to buy modules from the same batch, but this, it seems to me, is already a perversion!
These tips are not strictly followed; situations vary. If memory modules differ from each other in manufacturer, volume and operating frequency, this does not mean at all that they will not work. In this case, there are no special memory layout secrets - just installing them is enough.
There are also no special features when installing already outdated types of memory such as SDRAM (there is one rule - the more, the better).
But in modern computers, motherboards support special operating memory modes. It is in these modes that the speed of RAM memory will be most efficient. Therefore, to achieve the best performance, you should consider the operating modes of the DIMMs and their correct installation. Let's look at the most common RAM operating modes today.
RAM operating modes
SINGLE CHANELL MODE
Single Mode (single channel or asymmetric mode) – this mode is implemented when only one memory module is installed in the system or all DIMMs differ from each other in memory capacity, operating frequency or manufacturer. It doesn’t matter in which slots or what memory to install. All memory will run at the speed of the slowest memory installed.
If there is only one module, then it can be installed in any memory slot:
Two or three different memory modules can also be installed in any configuration:
This mode is more of a necessity when you already have RAM, and the first place is to increase the amount of memory and save money, and not to achieve best performance PC. If you are just buying a computer, of course, it is better to avoid such a memory installation.
DUAL CHANELL MODE
Dual Mode (two-channel or symmetrical mode) – the same amount of RAM is installed in each DIMM channel. Modules are selected according to operating frequency. On motherboards, the DIMM sockets for each channel are different colors. Next to them is written the name of the connector, and sometimes the channel number. The purpose of the connectors and their location along the channels must be indicated in the motherboard manual. The total memory volume is equal to the total volume of all installed modules. Each channel is served by its own memory controller. System performance increases by 5-10%.
Dual Mode can be implemented using two, three or four DIMMs.
If two identical RAM memory modules are used, they should be connected to the same connectors (same color) from different channels. For example, install one module in the slot 0 channel A, and the second - into the connector 0 channel B:
That is, to enable the mode Dual Channel(interleaved mode) should be done the necessary conditions:
– the same configuration of DIMM modules is installed on each memory channel;
– memory is inserted into symmetrical channel connectors ( Slot 0 or Slot 1) .
Three memory modules are installed in a similar way - the total memory volumes in each channel are equal to each other (memory in the channel A equal in volume in the channel B):
And for four modules the same condition is satisfied. There are two parallel dual modes at work here:
TRIPLE CHANELL MODE
(three-channel mode) – the same amount of RAM is installed in each of the three DIMM channels. Modules are selected according to speed and volume. On motherboards that support three-channel memory mode, 6 memory connectors are usually installed (two for each channel). Sometimes there are motherboards with four connectors - two connectors make up one channel, the other two are connected to the second and third channels, respectively.
With six or three sockets, installation is as simple as with dual-channel mode. If four memory slots are installed, three of which can work in , the memory should be installed in these slots.
(flexible mode) – allows you to increase the performance of RAM when installing two modules of different sizes, but identical in operating frequency. As in dual-channel mode, memory cards are installed in the same connectors of different channels. For example, if there are two memory sticks with a capacity of 512Mb and 1Gb, then one of them should be installed in the slot 0 channel A, and the second - into the slot 0 channel B:
In this case, the 512 MB module will work in dual mode with the 512 MB memory capacity of the second module, and the remaining 512 MB of the 1 GB module will work in single-channel mode.
That’s basically all the recommendations for combining RAM. Of course, there may be more layout options, it all depends on the amount of RAM, the motherboard model and your financial capabilities. Motherboards with support also appeared on sale four-channel mode memory performance - this will give you maximum computer performance!
Must be manufactured in a case that already houses the motherboard and processor attached. Something like this:
In the photo above we see that the RAM has already been installed. We also see the installed motherboard and power supply (indicated by an arrow).
In general, it must be said that if you buy a computer case, then, often, it comes already complete with a power supply and does not need to be installed. But in any case, the procedure for installing the power supply into the case is not complicated: you place it in the designated place (usually at the top of the system unit)
and securely fix it with four bolts on the rear wall.
But we won’t connect the power for now, but will install RAM. In the figure below we see how this is done correctly. You need to snap the plastic clips on the connector to the sides, carefully insert the RAM module into the groove that runs through the entire connector and gently but firmly press it downwards perpendicularly until it clicks and fits tightly into the slot. In this case, the plastic clips on the sides will snap into place on their own; if not, look carefully to see if the memory stick is seated as needed and snap them in place yourself.
In the figure, the power connector for the “CPU_FAN” fan is also circled.
Attention! You may damage your computer! Installing RAM is a responsible matter. Therefore, before installing it, it is very important to make sure that you are installing a memory module in the slot that is suitable for its physical characteristics. For example, the DDR2 connector is installed only memory standard DDR2, in DDR3 connectors - only DDR3 form factor memory, etc.
If, when installing RAM, you discover that there is no sticker (special sticker) on it indicating the type of memory, you can navigate purely visually using the “key”. A key is a special “cut” that divides the lower part of the RAM into several parts. Accordingly, each memory slot has a protrusion in the same place. The “key” serves as a kind of protection against attempts to install RAM in a slot that is not suitable for it due to its physical characteristics.
Here's what the two “keys” look like on the old SD-RAM standard:
If you do not want to open the computer, then to determine what type of RAM is installed in it, I recommend using the “CPU-Z” program. It will show what type of components your PC consists of. We analyzed the work of this wonderful utility.
So, we install all the memory chips at our disposal into the slots. On modern motherboards they are often marked with different colors (two yellow slots, two red slots). This is a dual-channel mode for using RAM, which slightly increases its throughput.
To activate the two-channel (or three-channel) mode of RAM, we need to insert the strips in pairs: two identical modules are installed in connectors of the same color, then the other two are installed in connectors of a different color. To obtain maximum effect, memory chips must be truly identical according to their frequency performance characteristics, timings, “CAS” and “RAS” delays. Ideally, they should be purchased from a computer company at one point in time :)
Moreover, the colors of the memory slots do not alternate, for example: yellow, red, yellow, red.
We snap all the clamps, check that all memory modules “sit” evenly in the connectors (memory chips should be on the same height line, without raised edges or “protruding” latches).
This is the simplest way to install RAM. As you can see, everything is simple :)
In a recent article, we examined a very pressing topic, how to correctly and with the help of what programs to detect errors. But, if, after all, some errors are found in the RAM, it is time to change or increase the RAM. Therefore, in this article I want to introduce you to how RAM is installed in a personal computer and teach you how to correctly replace RAM in a personal computer.
To begin with, let me make a small lyrical digression in order to introduce you to what RAM is and why it is needed in a personal computer.
As you probably know, a modern computer consists of several particularly important components - a processor, a video card, a motherboard, a hard drive, a power supply and a random access memory device or, as people say, RAM or RAM. The above components are the main backbone, without which not a single personal computer can exist at the moment, and RAM is one of the components of modern PCs. Why do we need RAM and why should so much attention be paid to installing and replacing RAM?
It is in the RAM that the necessary data is located that is necessary to solve the task set by the user. That is, do you work in a graphic editor, do you play computer games or just watch a movie, the speed of performing those operations directly depends not even on the processor, but on the RAM. It is the RAM that contains all the data necessary to perform a specific task, and therefore largely determines the performance of your PC. Even if you have very strong processor, but there is not enough RAM, the performance of the computer will leave much to be desired and the computer will constantly slow down, freeze and not complete the assigned tasks.
RAM is a kind of intermediary between all other computer components. Why an intermediary? That's why. That all the data for the operation of programs installed on your PC is stored on the hard drive - hard drive, and the programs themselves are executed in the processor. That is, in order for the program to start executing, it is necessary to move data from the hard drive to the processor. But if you move all the data using just one hard drive, it will take a lot of time. And that’s why RAM comes into play. It helps to read files from the hard drive and send them to the processor at lightning speed, which in turn performs the required operations. That is, our RAM contains those operations that are currently being performed by the processor.
Why did I start such a tirade? And besides, do not under any circumstances skimp on RAM, since this is the main element that ensures the performance of your PC, and be sure to learn how to properly replace RAM.
RAM characteristics
Well, now, you probably have a question: which RAM to choose, with what characteristics. And I will be happy to answer this question. But first things first. Today, in modern personal computers, two types of RAM are widely used: DDR 2 and DDR 3. Which type of RAM should I choose? It all depends on what your computer is intended for. If you are going to work in heavy programs and play sophisticated computer games, feel free to choose the DDR 3 type - since it is often of this type RAM ranges from 800 MHz to 1600. Well, if you buy a regular office computer, take DDR 2, the frequency of this type varies from 400 to 800 MHz.
To the question of how much RAM to take, I will answer you this way. In modern computers (and even netbooks), the minimum amount of RAM is 4 gigabytes, this ensures high performance and normal conditions work. That is, when you want to install RAM b(when buying a computer) take at least 4 GB and all programs (if you select the other components correctly) will fly with you literally and figuratively (and you won’t need to replace RAM for a long time). We’ll talk more about the location of RAM in the section on installing RAM.
RAM location. RAM compatibility
RAM is always located on and is a small elongated rectangular plate that is inserted into special sections (slots) on the motherboard. The number of slots starts from two units, and can be four or more. In standard form, each motherboard has 4 slots into which RAM is installed. The figure shows four RAM slots, two of which contain memory modules.
Typically, motherboard manufacturers give users the opportunity to use several identical memory slots in order to avoid various errors in the operation of the PC. But, I warn you, if you buy several RAM slots, they must have the same type (for example, DDR 3) and frequency. Since the RAM slots different types will not work together, and if two chips have different frequencies, for example, one has 800 MHz and the other 1600, then the memory will operate at the minimum frequency and you may lose performance and speed of your PC. In the screenshot, different RAM slots differ in color and are divided into pairs; this is by no means a whim of the developers, but a very deliberate step. Since many motherboards can operate in dual-channel operating mode, in order to enable this mode, it is necessary that modules of the same frequency be inserted into memory slots of the same color, that is, the installation of RAM must be done in accordance with the color of the slot, in Orange color slot we install memory with a frequency of 800 MHz, and in the purple slot with a frequency of 1600 MHz. Very often, this “play with colors” allows you to increase the overall performance of RAM by as much as 30 percent, which significantly affects the overall performance of the PC.
And finally, I suggest you learn how to replace RAM yourself. Replacing RAM is very simple and does not require any special skills.
In order to replace RAM, you first need to disconnect your computer from the network, remove the system unit, if you have it in a special section of your desktop, and carefully open it. Most often, system units are tightened manually with special bolts that can be easily unscrewed. Or it may happen that you need a screwdriver. Anyway, after that. how did you open system unit You will see a picture similar to the one in the screenshot:
I marked the RAM in the picture. In order to remove a RAM module (for example, if you need to replace RAM) from the slot, you need to lightly press on the side holders, after which the memory will come out of the grooves and can be removed.
If the situation is the opposite and you need to install RAM, to do this, carefully insert the memory into the slots (taking into account its type and frequency) and close the locks until they click. Be sure to click, as this means that you have installed the RAM correctly.
In fact, installing RAM is very simple. Try it and you will definitely succeed.
If you have successfully selected and purchased the RAM module you need, let's install it correctly in our computer. All the parts inside the system unit do not require significant physical effort to handle, so relax a little. Before work, it would be a good idea to read the manual that came with your motherboard; it must have its own instructions for installing RAM.
- Note: If you have a laptop, then read the article -.
First of all, we remove static electricity from ourselves by touching the unpainted parts of your system unit with our hands.
We perform all actions with the computer turned off. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. We remove the side cover of the system unit and find the slots for RAM on the motherboard. Usually there are from two to four. Each RAM slot has special latches on the edges on both sides; they must be carefully pressed to the sides.
Note: Some motherboards are designed in such a way that install RAM the video card will interfere with you, then remove it.
Now look carefully at any slot for installing RAM, it has a special protrusion.
Now take out the RAM module and you will see a special slot or recess on it.
So, we pressed the two latches of the RAM slot to the sides, and carefully insert our RAM module into the slot.
If you bought the RAM module correctly, then when installing the module into the slot intended for it on the motherboard, this cutout should definitely fit into the protrusion. If the cutout and protrusion do not match, then the RAM module is not designed to work on this motherboard.
The module should fall into the guides without any distortions, now the most crucial moment, lightly and carefully press the module from above on both sides with your thumbs, it should fall into place, and the latches should click into place.
If the latches do not click into place, look carefully to see if the module is fully seated in the slot; if it is fully seated, then fix the latch yourself. I think everything is clearly visible in the screenshots.
Let me remind you that if you have two RAM modules with the same capacity and identical characteristics, and the motherboard supports dual-channel RAM mode, insert the modules into the same colored slots.
We put the cover of the system unit back, connect all the cables and turn on the computer.
How to remove RAM
If you need to remove RAM from the slot, it is very simple to do so, just unlatch the latches and remove the RAM module.
I won’t spill the beans about why additional RAM is needed and what it gives, because if you have already asked yourself the question of increasing RAM, then you probably know why you need it.
The main parameters of RAM for which you need to buy additional RAM:
1. First of all, we need to find out the maximum amount of supported memory on our motherboard. To do this, you can go to the official website of the motherboard or to a site where there is a detailed review.
2. The next step is to open our system unit, namely the left side, after first turning off the computer and disconnecting the power cord from the network.
3. On the motherboard we look for the strip of our “old” RAM. As shown in the figure, bend the fastener in reverse side from the RAM strip itself and remove it.
In order for the compatibility of our new and old RAM to be at its best, it is necessary that all parameters be as identical as possible. To do this, carefully look at the next step.
4. The figure below shows the RAM on which there is a sticker with its main parameters:
Memory capacity: 8GB
Clock frequency: 1333MHz
Manufacturer: Corsair XMS3
(It is recommended to buy a "twin" for full compatibility, or at least you can neglect the manufacturer).
Having selected the RAM we need, we proceed to direct installation:
5. Please note that the slots for installing additional RAM are marked on the motherboard (see the figure below).
6. Install our first stick in the DDR3_1 slot, and the second, respectively, in DDR3_2 as shown in the figure above.
7. We assemble the system unit and supply power to it, then turn on the computer and wait for it to fully boot. We go to the “My Computer” property, a small window of your PC parameters will appear at the bottom of which the amount of RAM will be written - this is the total amount of your RAM.
Interesting facts and tips for expanding RAM:
1. Before purchasing new RAM, check that it will suit you in all respects.
2. Know that not every operating system can support more than 4GB of RAM.
3. If you have the opportunity, then when purchasing new RAM, make a preference for one with an iron case - this will increase heat transfer and extend the service life.
4. If you are purchasing two planks at once, then buy them as a set in one box, even if it is a little more expensive, but it is of better quality and more reliable.
Now, as I promised, I will present you a program for testing and obtaining information about RAM:
Program name: Everest Ultimate Edition 5.30.1900 Final
This program is designed to collect information about the computer as a whole and about a specific device. You can also conduct equipment tests, configure optimal configurations, and receive complete and detailed reports. The program is shareware, that is, its trial period is 30 days, but all its components are available to work.
General program window
On the left is the navigation menu. We are primarily interested in the system board section (it is also the motherboard, since this is where our board is connected). Next, we go to the memory subsection and all the information about the memory of our computer appears in the central window. We are interested in physical memory, also known as operational memory. In this section we receive data on the total volume, how much is occupied, free and how much is loaded as a percentage.
If we go to the test section, then for our physical memory there are as many as four test options:
Reading from memory;
Memory recording;
Copying to memory;
Memory delay.
This is how you can view information and conduct tests for free. Good luck with installing a new, additional RAM board!
The type of RAM and its volume depends on which slots for these purposes are implemented within a particular motherboard. Usually located in close proximity to the socket. Moreover, the number of such connectors can vary - from two on simple motherboards to six or more on powerful motherboards.
Visually, the slots intended for installing RAM are a set of contacts, which are supplemented at the edges with special latches aimed at fixing the RAM strips. In addition, there is a corresponding protrusion to ensure correct installation of the RAM. The memory itself is a small board with microcircuits placed on it, which also contains contacts and a special cutout, which, when installing the memory, must be aligned with the protrusion on the slot.
Types of RAM slots
The slot type determines what memory is available for installation. Typically on motherboards you can find slots for the following types of RAM:
- DDR4;
- DDR3;
- DDR2;
- SDRAM DIMM.
Along with this, the type of memory in question can be designated PC, PC2, PC3 and PC4, which corresponds to the list provided above.
Different types of memory are incompatible with each other; for example, you cannot install a DDR2 stick in a slot intended for DDR3.
Although some motherboards are equipped with slots for different types of memory. True, simultaneous installation of different types of memory in such “motherboards” is impossible, so you have to choose one thing.
RAM characteristics
- Operating frequency (MHz).
- Bandwidth (MB/s).
The second parameter determines the performance of memory modules. For example, the designation DDR3-1600 tells us that this memory is of the DDR3 type, and its operating frequency is 1600 MHz. In this case, the throughput of this bar is determined by the parameter 12800 MB/s. It is calculated by multiplying the operating frequency, in our case it is 1600 MHz, by the number 8 (bit).
Multi-channel RAM architecture
RAM is designed in such a way that maximum memory performance is ensured in cases where several sticks of RAM are installed on the PC. It is customary to distinguish two operating modes:
- Dual-channel mode - the number of slots on the motherboard is a multiple of 2.
- Three-channel mode – the number of slots installed on the motherboard is a multiple of 3.
The memory operating mode can be determined depending on the number of RAM slots. If there are 2 or 4 slots, then this is exclusively a two-channel mode, and if there are 6 of them, then the mode can be both two-channel and three-channel. This will depend on the processor and the number of memory sticks installed.
Two 4 GB sticks in most cases work faster than one 8 GB stick - this is just an example.
Hi all ! In today's article we will tell you how to install RAM correctly. Those who decided to add RAM to their computer have probably already chosen RAM for themselves. However, we recommend that you read our other publication, from which you will learn.
From the link above, you will learn that RAM is different and how much RAM you can install, and also that everything may not be so trivial in installing RAM for laptops. In addition, this article will be useful if you want to install additional RAM.
How to install RAM in a regular computer
So, you have already purchased and are holding the required module in your hands. The generation of this RAM module is suitable for your motherboard. Also, do not forget that the amount of RAM must be such that the RAM module or modules can be supported by your motherboard.
In other words, before installing, make sure that your computer not only supports the available amount of memory modules, but also this specific generation, since RAM can be different: DDR, DDR2, DDR3, EDO, MicroDIMM, SDRAM And SODIMM. This is especially true when you need to install additional RAM. When installing or replacing RAM, some “experts” claim that the user may encounter the following problems:
- With electrostatic charges.
- Incorrect parameters in the BIOS.
- Incorrect installation of DIMMs.
On this basis, you can find stupid advice about adding RAM:
- To prevent the build-up of static electricity when working with sensitive chips, do not wear synthetic clothing or shoes with leather soles (or stand on a rubber mat).
- Remove accumulated electrostatic charge by grasping the system unit case.
- You can also use a special grounding bracelet on your wrist, which can be purchased at an electronics store.
Just think about this nonsense! Shouldn't you wear a tin foil hat? Know that these problems are just made up by people who are far from reality. Of course, there are problems with statics and grounding of the computer case, but they happen rarely and have practically nothing to do with installing RAM.
However, it is worth noting here that if you want to install additional RAM, then the issue of module incompatibility may arise. But this has an indirect relation to the installation process itself.
The main thing before installation is to turn off the power to the computer and let it stand for about five minutes. Typically, installing RAM of the correct form factor takes about five minutes. To replace RAM memory in standard PCs, you should rely on the following tips:
- Turn off your PC and disconnect network cable. Wait a while until the residual charge on the board disappears.
- Open the system unit. Usually the cover is held on by two or less often four screws.
- Carefully move away any cables that may be blocking the memory connectors from being easily accessible. Before disconnecting the wire, remember where it was connected, but it is better not to disconnect anything - in most cases, you can install RAM without any problems.
- If you need to remove a module in order to install RAM of a larger capacity or frequency in its place, then simply move the side clamps that hold the module apart.
- Most modern motherboards support dual-channel RAM. Its advantage is that memory modules work by cooperating with each other. You need to determine which connectors should be used for the board to operate correctly in dual-channel mode. Such connectors have different colour(in pairs). That is, when installing two identical memory modules, they should be placed in connectors of the same color.
There are special keys on the RIMM and DIMM strips that help ensure the correct orientation of the strip in the corresponding slot. That is, any form factor or generation of memory has its own key, according to which you need to set the RAM bar. Before inserting the module, you must make sure that the plastic latches located on the sides are moved apart:
After installing the RAM into the motherboard slot, just gently press on the module and the latches will snap into place.
If the interfering wires were disconnected before installation, return them to their place and close the cover of the system unit, connecting the power cable. After installing additional RAM, you may need to launch an application BIOS settings to save new settings, but usually the computer understands everything itself and the operating system will simply start loading normally. Overwhelming majority modern systems automatically determine the new memory size and make the necessary changes to the BIOS.
How to add RAM to a laptop
So we got to laptops. Installing RAM in a laptop is almost a lottery, since you first need to find out whether installation is possible in your specific laptop model. At the beginning of the article we already provided a link to the publication. Therefore, we will not focus on this.
The first thing you need to find out before adding RAM to a laptop is whether the laptop has an additional slot and whether it is occupied. This does not apply to the case when you want to replace RAM. Laptops are all different, so an additional memory slot may be missing or located in a hard-to-reach place. For example, like this:
Or like this:
Therefore, for many models, adding RAM to a laptop can be a problem. But more often, you just need to unscrew the lid on the bottom of the laptop:
Pull out the memory module, freeing it from special fasteners, if necessary, replace it:
And install the new SODIMM RAM in place:
After adding RAM, you can use a special diagnostic utility and make sure that the memory is functioning correctly, but it is better to just go to the system properties and look at the amount of RAM used. We hope our article was useful and you managed to install the RAM correctly. Read!
Elena
ildar
Hello, please tell me, Everest says 2 channels of memory devices, does this indicate that the laptop has 2 memory slots? Lenovo laptop, I took off the cover, but there seems to be only one slot.
Ruslan
Gennady
Hello.
Help me please.
The computer (unit) is 6 years old.
Windows XP
The last 2 months began to slow down a lot. Cleaned the cache, defragmented both disks C and D.
Drive C. Capacity 97.6 GB
40.2 GB occupied
Free 57.4 GBDrive D Capacity 135 GB
28.6 GB occupied
Free 106 GBIt started to slow down especially when watching movies.
Kaspersky.
Absolutely everything is licensed.
Andrey
Hello!
I have the following problem: a month ago my computer started to glitch - it turns on for 5 seconds, works and turns off, then turns on itself (the screen does not light up, there is no civilian boot)
Having taken it to the repair center, they told me that the memory module had failed (burnt out), I had 2 memory modules and both 1Gb class DIMM DDR2 and both on Hynix chips, there was only one memory module left (everything worked but only with the brakes of 1Gb RAM XD. After I bought a 4Gb memory module of class-DIMM DDR3, also on a chip from Hynix.
The problem is that, as I wrote above, my problem with turning it on and off was repeated with a new memory module. Removing the new memory module remains DDR2. Everything works as it was before.
What is the problem?Kudesnik
Nikitos
Vladimir
Hello. Can I add to the memory of Team Group TXD34096M1600HC7DC-L (2x2GB) New Kingston KHX1600C9D3B1K2/8GX (2x4GB) PC Motherboard Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 Cori5 750 Windows7 64bit. Will the PC see 12GB of RAM? Thank you.
Vladimir
Hello. Please tell me why AIDA64 does not show the location of the memory strips correctly. In fact (I see it on the motherboard) there is one thing. And Aida is 64, on the contrary. Why? Please answer. I'm puzzled...
Vladimir
Imanzhan
I have this problem, I had it at home
2 GB of RAM, I installed it on the computer, after rebooting a blue screen of death appears with some kind of inscription. What should I do?? Help?firesystems
Good afternoon The computer had 4 4 GB sticks. One of them is glitched (produces a blue screen of death). Question: is it advisable to use 12 Gb (asymmetrical), or is it better to use 2x4 for each channel (symmetrical).
Alex
Hello! I ran into this problem! I want to add RAM to my laptop! Lenovo b570e (59-355318) laptop in online stores in the description it says that there are 2 slots for RAM, but when I unscrew the back cover there is one slot, I removed the keyboard thinking that maybe there is another slot for RAM under the keyboard, but it wasn’t there .The question is whether the RAM slot could be located somewhere else in the laptop. Thank you!
Zaire
Hello, I have such a problem, my laptop lags, I decided to install additional RAM, but it didn’t help, it costs 2 GB of RAM, of course, it seems to me that the installed additional RAM does not work at full capacity, because when I look at the system properties, it shows me that the installed memory is 4 GB and only used 2GB, it doesn’t really take long to load, please help
Dima
Hello, I have such a problem, it costs 2GB of RAM, but they are different, but they are inserted as expected, and when I turn on a video on YouTube, the processor loads at 100%, and the video slows down, although the video card is good, could there be a problem in the RAM?
Bogdan
Hello!
The other day I bought an asus k750j laptop, a fairly powerful machine, but when I try to play computer games, I get an error saying that there is not enough RAM to work with. This is extremely strange, since my last laptop had the same amount of RAM (6GB) and there were no problems. Maybe games just don't see my RAM? I would like to know how to solve this problem. And one more question, is it possible to transfer RAM from an old laptop (HP pavilion dv6) to a new one (Asus K750J)?
Thanks in advance for your answersDmitry 2014
Hello! Please help, I have this problem: the RAM on my computer is 2 GB, I decided to install additional memory at 4 GB, I did everything as expected, but the computer won’t boot! The loading screen appears and hangs there! OS Windows 7 32-bit!
warmongerrr
Hello! Please tell me my motherboard is M2N68-AM SE2 AMD processor Athlon II x2 240 will these DIMM sticks fit them DDRII 4096 MB PC-6400 (800MHz) SDRAM Corsair 2x2GB 5-5-5-18 TWIN2X4096-6400C5C thanks in advance!
BOGAT
hello, please help me I have a ga-8ipe1000mk motherboard with a Pentium 4 processor, I want to plug in an AMD Athlon 64 3000, is this possible??? and another question I have 4 slots for RAM in slots 2 and 3 there are 2 sticks of 256 ddr each I want to add more 2 to 512 is also ddr, but at startup it asks for safe mode or normal boot, I tried both options, after choosing it, it doesn’t load anymore, what should I do, please tell me???
Fds_256bit
Hi. I bought myself 4GB of RAM, frequency 1600 MHz. The motherboard also had 4GB 1600 MHz. I turn on the computer, check the verification, look, it says that I have 8GB installed, 3.47 GB free. How so? I went into Aida64, it says that there is 3.47 GB of free physical memory, and 6200 MB of virtual memory. Why, how is this possible? After all, I have 8 GB of RAM. Please help.
Hucciboss
Hello, I'm not very computer savvy and I have the same problem. I decided to add RAM (costs 512), and bought an additional bracket identical to the one in the computer. At first I decided to replace it completely, took out the old one, installed a new one, turned on the computer (immediately after installation), the black screen came on and there was no beeping sound when I turned on the computer.
I decided to install it with the old bracket, I also turned it on immediately after installation, the screen started working, but the computer did not boot beyond “welcome”.
After all this, I installed the old bar again, everything works, but the computer began to slow down terribly. What do you advise?tima010
Valera
Hello, please tell me I have an old computer with an Intel(R) Pentium(R) CPU 3.00Ghz processor, can it handle 8 GB of RAM if the old RAM costs 1 GB??
TtT007
Oleg
Hello, I have the same problem; The motherboard has 2 1GB DD2 RAM chips. That is, these are the Makars: black slot 1, yellow 0, Black slot1, yellow 0. I add 2 1GB chips to the yellow slot, and a blue screen of death pops up. What to do? Cleanliness is the same, chips are similar to each other.
Max
Hello. I replaced the 2 gig DDR3 RAM with 2 DDR2 RAM with 1 gig memory just for fun. I installed my DDR3 and it starts but the blue screen is dead, what should I do?((
Thanks for the early ones.Valera
KSENIA
Good evening)) I have a question, my mother is ASUS P5B SE, the RAM is DDR2, can I install DDR3? I heard that there are motherboards that come with both 2 and 3, but not together, please tell me in advance, thanks)))
Paul
Hello, the laptop had 4 GB of RAM, I installed 4 more. In total, 8, the system and task manager see all 8, BUT when I play, only 4 GB is used, although the FPS is low. the remaining 4 gigs remain empty. Windows 7 Home Basic 64-bit. What is the problem?
Nikolay
Good day! Tell me, please, I have 4 slots for RAM, on the first and third slots there is a gig, system seven, computer from 2006, does it make sense to add two more 512 RAMs to the second and fourth slots? The computer will not conflict, and will it see is he this extra gig? In general, how to properly distribute RAM among slots (for copper DDR2)?
Said
I wanted to change the RAM, I bought new ones the same as the old ones (ddr2), but after changing the RAM, an endless beep sounds, I inserted everything correctly, but it doesn’t work, and I also noticed one thing: there were two old RAMs, when I removed one it doesn’t work either, it works with only two strips, help if you know!
Subject
Hello! I have a question of the following nature: - I installed 2 sticks of 2 GB of RAM in my computer, when I check the characteristics, it says in brackets (4 GB installed), outside the brackets 3 GB are available, what does this mean? and is it possible to do something about it?
Talsmir
Hello, I want to add RAM, at the moment there are 2 pieces of Kingston HyperX KHX1866C9D3/2GX of 2GB each. I want to add DDR3 DIMM 2Gb PC10600 1333MHz CL9 Kingston (KVR13N9S6/2) Help me find out if they are compatible, if not, which one is better to add.
Nikolay
I have this problem. The computer was very slow and glitchy, and I decided to buy more RAM so that I wouldn’t have such problems. I installed everything as it should, but the computer couldn’t even turn on. I installed the old RAM back and it started working again. What's wrong? Motherboard model gigabye ga-z68ma-d2h-b3
New RAM Kingston hx318c10fbk2/8Danil
Hello. I have 2 GB DDR3 RAM. I have a total of two RAM slots and I decided to install another 4 GB DDR3 stick. If this stick is installed with the old 2 GB stick, then the computer sees only 2 GB. If you remove the 2GB stick and leave the 4GB stick, the computer simply doesn’t turn on, doesn’t even beep, although all the coolers are spinning. The AIDA64 program shows that I have both of these strips in my computer and that they both work!! I do not know what the problem is. Motherboard Asus P5G41T-M LX3. Bios updated.
Anonymous
I took out the RAM stick from the computer for a test, after I installed it, the computer did not start. Then I tried to insert another RAM stick, it still did not start. I realized that I had damaged the slot. Question: How could I damage the RAM slot?
ahmham
Hello! which processor is better (intal 84 pentium 4 531 sl9gb philippines 3/00 ghz/1m/800/04a 7635B077)? or (Inte(r) Core(tm) 2 Duo CPU E4500 2.20GHz/2/20 GHz)&?
CyMax
Hello. I had 2 2GB sticks. And I bought 4GB and installed it instead of one of the brackets. And in the system properties they write 6GB, but as before it was written in parentheses that 3.25 is available. I have a seven x64. Foxconn G31MV motherboard. Can you tell me why the amount of available memory was not mentioned, since the total amount of memory has increased???
Oleg
Anton
Good evening
Lenovo z570 laptop
stood operating board for 4GB, added another one in the slot above the first for 2GB. It is from the same laptop (z570) only weaker in terms of video and RAM.
In the “system” tab it is displayed that there is 6GB of memory, but only 2.92GB is available
What to believe?Anton
Konstantin
I can’t find the second memory slot of the Futjitsu Siemens Amilo 3540 laptop - I found one - it costs 1 GB of RAM, it is located above the video chip, but where is the second question. Properties and Aida show two slots of 1 GB each.
Nikolay
Good afternoon. Tell me, I have 2 2GB sticks installed in my computer (motherboard msi h55me23), the motherboard supports 8GB of RAM. I bought myself a Kingston DDR3 8Gb pc-10600 (KVR1333D3N9/8G) with it the computer turns on and after the start screen it reboots. I changed it to Kingston DDR3 8Gb (2x4Gb) 1333MHz pc-10600 (KVR13N9S8K2/8), with the second RAM the computer turns on, but after the Windows icon appears a blue screen appears and the computer reboots again! The actual question is: is there a problem in the RAM? Intel i3-540 processor (supports 16 GB)
Albert
Lenovo laptop z565 there are two sticks of 2 GB each, dear ones, if there are two sticks the screen doesn’t flash, but when I remove the second stick everything works, I tried swapping them, it’s useless
Could there be a problem in the socket or is it software?
I can’t reset the BIOS because the battery is rolled up and cannot be pulled outOleg
I can’t find a solution to the problem: at work I squeezed out 4 GB of RAM, I also had 4 GB, according to the parameters they are the same, I have two computers at once, it loads on the BIOS splash screen for about 40-45 seconds, then everything is according to plan, all you have to do is pull out one of strips (leave 4 GB) everything falls into place (BIOS screensaver 3-5 seconds) who can tell me what?
Azo
Hello, I have 4 slots for RAM in my laptop, grouped by 2. Initially there were 4 and 2 GB sticks in the two bottom slots, I decided to add 2 more. In general, all the sticks are working, the problem is that if you plug it into any of the top slots The laptop's RAM turns on, but the screen is black and that's it. If you just stick it into the lower ones, then everything is fine.
Sinister615
Hello, I encountered this problem, there were two sticks of RAM, one for 1 GB and the other for 2 GB, both slots are the same color, the RAM frequency is 1333 MHz, my processor and the motherboard support the ones I bought. The problem is that when installing new RAM in two slots, the keyboard stops working and writes on the screen to go into the BIOS and change the parameters, but if I install only one RAM strip, the keyboard works, I go into the BIOS, set everything to auto, apply the parameters and it displays two choices: either run Windows according to the standard or with some kind of cleaning (recommended) (I don’t remember exactly) in general, when choosing the recommended choice, a blue screen with an error (driver error), if it’s a standard boot, then the reboot will be constant and again there are two options for boot options . The processor and motherboard support up to 16GB of RAM, I add only 8... both sticks are the same 1333 MHz.
Alexander
Hello. Need help: on ASUS P7P55-M motherboard? With Intel processor Core i5 CPU 750 2.67GHz (4 CPUs), there were two DDR3 1333 MHz 2 GB sticks (from the same manufacturer, in slots A1 B1), I installed another DDR3 1333 MHz 2 GB stick (from a different manufacturer, in slot A2) - computer later It turns off for a while and (after 10 seconds) starts up on its own. I don’t understand - is it a problem with the RAM (in the stick itself) or did you insert it into the wrong slot?... Thank you in advance for your answer.
Anton
I did as you said, I didn’t remove the static, I walked on the carpet in woolen socks, ha-ha, and then lightning struck the switched-off computer by hand... and for some reason it doesn’t turn on.
I haven't touched it for a week, honestlyVadim
I added DDR3 4G to the laptop, it became 8G. And everything was fine, he sees it working perfectly, but suddenly he began to reboot and there were stripes on the screen and everything froze, he had to force a reboot. Tell me, please, what's the matter?
Dmitriy
Hello. I have a GA-P55A-UD3 motherboard with Kingston khx1600c9ad3k2/4 memory/ I installed two more hx324c11t3k4 sticks and Windows stopped loading. The BIOS runs fine, but Windows doesn't go beyond the boot screen. If I take out the new strips, the system boots without problems. What should I do?
Valery
I have this question: the computer has oper. 4GB memory, and I found two 1GB sticks in an old computer. Can they be installed in a new computer?
Smokeroster
quantum
Wolfwood
Good afternoon. I have a laptop ASUS K40IJ, Windows 7. RAM type DDR2-800 (PC2-6400) 2048 MB and bought another 2 GB.. added to the note, but why doesn’t it show only 4 GB? I bought memory KVR800D2S6/2G (2GB PC2-6400 CL6 200-Pin SODIMM)
Wolfwood
Paul
Hello. The Asus laptop has 2 GB of soldered RAM. There is also a memory slot. I set it to 4 GB. turned it on and checked it shows 6 GB. but after 10 minutes the screen went out. After several reboots, the screen sometimes lights up but goes out after a few minutes of operation, although the beech works.
Elena
Help me please. The computer reboots on its own. The cham turns off and then turns on. I took it to the service center. They ran some tests and said everything was fine. Connected via UPS. Replaced a new battery. The problem has not gone away. I bought an additional stabilizer. The stabilizer crackles very loudly periodically and shows increased voltage. Although the electricians said that everything was fine. Thanks to the stabilizer, the computer reboots even more often. I haven't been able to solve this problem for six months. Thank you.
Krecer
Help me please. I installed RAM, the computer started beeping, 1 long signal, 2 short ones, I found what the problem was and found a solution, but nothing worked, tell me what to do. Thank you in advance.
swolond
Hello! I've been trying to solve the problem with the new RAM for the second day. I've already looked through a bunch of similar topics on the forums, but I can't find a solution to my problem. Let me explain in more detail:
I have an ASUS M4A785T-M motherboard, which, according to the manufacturer's description, supports 4 x DIMM memory, up to 16 GB, DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 ECC, Non-ECC, Un-buffered.
Operating system - Win 7, x64
Now I have 2 DDR3 sticks of 2 Gb 667 MHz (PC3-10700H).
I bought 4 DDR3 sticks: 4 Gb 2Rx4 PC3-12800H 1600 MHz from the same manufacturer.
And the problems began:
1. When I tried to install them, the computer did not turn on (the coolers were noisy, did not make any sounds, the screen was black), even after a lot of manipulations with rearranging different boards into different connectors. I updated the BIOS, the computer saw 2 new RAMs (for some reason the BIOS version itself has not changed).
2. Now the computer turns on with any two new RAMs. With four - it doesn’t work, with three - I didn’t set it. Changing RAM in pairs, I checked their functionality using the Windows service; no errors were found until the end of the check, but after a reboot the report for some reason is not displayed.
3. Next I tried to play on at least two new boards. I launch the tanks, enter the battle and almost immediately a blue screen appears with the error MEMORY_MANAGEMENT 0X0000001A. I swapped the RAM, installed the other two - the same result: it crashes, only the game time changes with some - after 3 seconds, with others - after 20 seconds. While I’m standing in the hangar, everything works, but it only starts crashing when loading the battle itself, i.e. when the video camera gets involved.
4. I put the old ones back - everything works fine.
Returning new RAMs back to the store is not an option. Surely 4 strips cannot be defective?
Tell me, please, what's the matter? What else can be done to ensure normal operation?Savva
Hello, why, after installing additional RAM and cleaning the computer from dust, does the computer start up until the “energy” message is displayed and nothing else happens?
Aidar
Konstantin
Please tell me. There are two 1 GB sticks, I want to add another 2 GB, the system supports it, there are two free slots. Which is better: one 2 GB, or two 1 GB? Thank you.
LeONE
I have 4 places 2 for ddr2 and 2 for ddr3. Only 1 ddr3 (2GB) is installed, can I add another ddr3 for 2GB? Or is it better to buy one ddr3 for 4GB, there is no difference!
Shurik
Please tell me. I installed an additional 4GB of RAM on the laptop: DDR3, 1600MHz, 12800, in general, everything is the same as on the preinstalled RAM. As a result, 8GB. CPUz - sees everything - both boards. But I enter the game and it slows down. Previously I was running on better settings and slowed down less. What could happen, besides the fact that maybe you got a defective board? Thank you!
♕-SlawkA-♕
Hi all! I have this problem.
On my mother there are 2 slots for RAM sticks and there are two 2GB sticks. And somehow I installed one 2GB stick on another PC. When I turned on that PC, it started beeping, I turned it off and pulled out my bracket. Then I came home, inserted the bar back, turned it on to the network, turned on my PC itself, it started, BUT it didn’t go any further than turning on the monitor screen. That is, the PC makes noise, but does not turn on. Whatever I did, when I pulled out the bar, it started at 2GB. As soon as I put the original second bar back, there is silence on the screen again. I can’t even go into the BIOS or go anywhere. Please tell me, is this already a kirdyk bar itself? Or is there some way to revive her? There is no second PC where I could check. Unfortunately.Julia
Hello. The question is: in the Asus x73s laptop, a second 4GB RAM was installed in the second slot. After which the space on hard drive C began to change strangely: after a reboot or power on/off it shows different values - sometimes 1.5GB is free, then immediately 7GB. The laptop was checked for viruses, unnecessary files, including temporary ones, were deleted. Please tell me what could be the reason. Thank you.
Julia
Julia
Deslorator
Hello, I currently have 3 1GB sticks. Two strips are the same, and the third is from a different manufacturer, but the frequency is the same. I bought one more. Now there are 3 from one manufacturer and 1 from another, but the monitor does not light up. What to do in this case
alex
Hello.
After connecting 2 OP boards to the laptop, the laptop stopped turning on. When we inserted the old DDR back, the problem did not disappear. When the memory was changed (the battery was not removed), could this cause the motherboard to burn out?Yuri
Hello. I have a P5G41T-M LX motherboard, I bought DDD3 Kingston KVR13N9S6/2. I installed it, the computer turns on a black screen and that’s it. Tell me, maybe this DDR is not suitable.
Yuri
Yuri
The result is that the connectors and old sticks work, it’s just that this motherboard doesn’t see the new DDR3 models, I checked 2 different 4gb sticks and this 2gb kingston and all 3 new ones don’t see.
Let's look at options for increasing your computer's RAM in various ways.
4 Ways to Increase PC RAM
Let's look at all the ways to increase RAM. Surely one of them will be useful to you.
Add an additional stick of RAM
The most convenient and easy way– purchase of an additional RAM module. If you choose this option and decide not to bother with others, be prepared for the fact that to install the module you will have to “climb” into the system unit. But before that, several important criteria need to be taken into account.
When purchasing, be sure to pay attention to:
How to install an additional RAM stick in a computer
So, if you have purchased an additional RAM module, you can begin installing it. For this:
- Open the “Start” menu, click “Computer” and right-click to open “Properties”. This will display all the information about your computer, including how much memory it has. If the volume has increased, it means we did everything correctly, but if not, most likely the module is simply not fixed. In this case, you need to disconnect the external devices from the system unit again, open it and check the module.
- Open the “Start” menu, select “Task Manager” and go to the “Performance” section. The amount of memory should also be displayed here. If there is more of it, then everything has been done correctly.
If you are still unable to increase your PC’s RAM on your own using an additional module, you should first make sure that the module itself is working properly and only then contact a specialist for help with the installation.
New module - pretty expensive pleasure, especially for some PC models, so don't rush to buy it. Perhaps the problem can be solved using free methods.
Add RAM using a flash drive
This method It has been used recently, but it has already become one of the most effective and simple ones. Adding memory in this way became possible thanks to the introduction of ReadyBoost technology into operating systems. It is designed to connect a flash drive to a PC and use its memory for work. But in order for everything to work out, you need a flash drive with the following characteristics:
- volume between 1 and 32 GB;
- speed not lower than 2.5 MB/s.
Using Readyboost technology, you can connect several additional memory devices to your computer at once, but the capacity of the flash drive must be larger than the amount of RAM on the PC.
To add more memory on your computer using a flash drive:
- We connect it to the computer and go to the menu.
- Click on the connected device and click “Properties”.
- Find the item called “ReadyBoost” and click “provide this device for ReadyBoost technology.”
- Set the required volume and click “OK”.
Now there will be more memory, and you can use it immediately.
Increasing memory through the Windows page file
When operating, the computer uses so-called virtual memory, which consists of random access memory (RAM) and a page file. Windows uses this file for storing information necessary for programs to operate, similar to RAM. This method of working with files is of course slower than loading into RAM, but if there is a shortage of the latter, this will help relieve it. The size of such a file is determined automatically operating system, but you can increase it if desired. This operation on Windows 7 looks like this:
- Open the Start menu.
- Click “Computer” and select “Properties”.
- A page with information about your computer will open. Here in the menu on the left side there will be a section “Advanced system parameters”. Let's open it.
- In the window that appears, first click the “Advanced” button, and then “Options” in the “Performance” section.
- A new window appears, where we select “Advanced” again, and then “Change” in the “Virtual Memory” section.
- Uncheck the box next to “Automatically select paging file size” and select the disk.
- Check the box next to “Specify size” and write a size larger than indicated.
- Click "OK"
Now there will be as much memory as you specified.
The operation of increasing memory using the page file on Windows 8 and 10 is almost identical to Windows 7, but here you need to enter “Performance Options” into the computer’s search bar, then click “Advanced”. Then everything is done exactly the same as on the “seven”.
Using BIOS to increase PC memory
This method is not difficult, but you should not resort to it if you are not confident in your abilities.
So, to have more memory on your computer:
- We go into the BIOS. This is done differently on different models. The most commonly used buttons are F2 or Delete. If they don't work, try searching online to find out which button is for entering the BIOS for your PC.
- Find the item Video Ram or Shared Memory and click.
- Now we need to reduce the number of cycles in RAM. To do this, find the Dram Read Timing item. Keep in mind that reducing cycles to a minimum will not have the best effect on PC performance, so try to choose the optimal level.
- Save the settings by pressing F10 and exit the BIOS.
If done correctly, your PC memory will increase.
Thus, you can increase your PC’s RAM yourself, in several paid and free ways. Choose the one that suits you best and forget about running out of memory for a long time.
“How to install (add) RAM to a computer”
Sooner or later there comes a time when there is little RAM. The needs grow, but the memory remains in place, then the game does not start, then the system slows down, or some program has no room to fully develop.
No problem, you can add RAM to your computer. Now let's look at how to add RAM.
First of all, you need to make sure that there are free memory slots.
To do this, remove the housing cover and take a look.
The photo shows that there are 4 memory slots, only one of which is occupied. There are still plenty of excellent places.
The next thing to determine is the type of memory already installed.
There are 3 main types of RAM for desktop computers. Let's list: DDR, DDR2, DDR3. In turn, these types of memory are divided by speed.
So, let's look at what specific memory you have. This should be written on the memory line itself. In my case it is Hynix PC2-6400 2Gb, i.e. in simple terms 2Gb DDR2-800.
It follows from this that I can only add memory of this type (DDR2-800), but the volume can be different, usually 1, 2 or 4Gb. The added volume directly depends on the characteristics of the motherboard. This can be found in the documentation for it. In any case, in order not to miss, you can safely add the same line that is already installed (if you have a volume of no more than 4GB).
The main thing is that the memory type and frequency must match, but the company may be different (although the same ones are preferable).
In order to install a new line of RAM, you need to disconnect the system unit from the network, move the latches on the memory slots to the sides and, turning the memory correctly, insert it all the way into the connector. The latches should close.
I repeat once again: make sure that the cut on the memory line coincides with the protrusion on the motherboard slot.
That's all, the process itself is not complicated, but the main thing is preparation and knowledge.
What to do if there is no free space for RAM?
Then you need to again look at what memory is installed and how much there is. For example, there are two 512MB slots, i.e. together 1GB. In this case, it would be advisable to install 2 1GB sticks or one 2GB stick instead. Do not forget that it is advisable to know what the maximum allowable volume per connector is.
