RAM for Dell Dimension 8400

[idkman]

dose any one know where i can buy a 1gb memory ram for dell dimension 8400.
it would be better if the site or the store is in uk


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[Leeky]

This will give you useful information regarding your model and memory capabilities: http://www.crucial.com/uk/store/listparts.aspx?model=Dimension 8400 Series

I would still open the case up and check the following:

1. The number of sticks currently fitted and how many slots are spare
2. The ratings of your current RAM Is it PC2-5300 or PC2-6400? PC2-6400 is faster.

If you already have 2x PC2-6400 memory sticks, then you can order another matched pair and increase your RAM on top of your current RAM.

If you have PC2-5300 RAM I would recommend you replace them with new PC2-6400 RAM.

You should order memory in pairs (matched pairs), as otherwise they can't function in dual channel mode and it restricts performance of them. According to Crucial you have 4 slots, so 2 are likely being used by 2x 512mb RAM sticks, leaving 2 left.

The best place I find to order computer stuff here in the UK is from www.ebuyer.com I don't use anywhere else.

Link to the memory page for compatiable memory from Ebuyer. Its 2x 1GB matched pairs, of DDR2 PC2-6400 (DDR2 800) RAM. http://www.ebuyer.com/search?page=1&store=2&cat=3&subcat=2052&ca630=2GB+-+2x1GB+Kit