Question about RAMs

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  1. Posts : 170
    Windows 8
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       #11

    madcratebuilder said:
    It's not recommended to use different brands RAM in the same machine. If all is the same type, speed and size it may work. I've mixed RAM in the past, sometimes it works and other times it's a problem causing bsod's. You can try it but don't be surprised if it doesn't work.

    Ideally you want all the RAM to be the same batch as a matched set.
    How can I find out what kind of RAM is in the computer? If I put in this 4GB would it be ok? It's $18 HP RAM: Amazon.com: 4GB DDR3 PC310600R-9 1333MHz 240pin ECC Buffered HP 500203-061 *NOT FOR DESKTOPS*: Computers & Accessories
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  2. whs
    Posts : 26,210
    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
       #12

    How can I find out what kind of RAM is in the computer?
    Run the Crucial scanner. Use the Crucial System Scanner software to find out what type of memory is in your computer
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  3. Posts : 170
    Windows 8
    Thread Starter
       #13

    whs said:
    How can I find out what kind of RAM is in the computer?
    Run the Crucial scanner. Use the Crucial System Scanner software to find out what type of memory is in your computer
    I ran it but nothing happened.
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  4. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
       #14

    Girom said:
    madcratebuilder said:
    It's not recommended to use different brands RAM in the same machine. If all is the same type, speed and size it may work. I've mixed RAM in the past, sometimes it works and other times it's a problem causing bsod's. You can try it but don't be surprised if it doesn't work.

    Ideally you want all the RAM to be the same batch as a matched set.
    How can I find out what kind of RAM is in the computer? If I put in this 4GB would it be ok? It's $18 HP RAM: Amazon.com: 4GB DDR3 PC310600R-9 1333MHz 240pin ECC Buffered HP 500203-061 *NOT FOR DESKTOPS*: Computers & Accessories
    No, that's not going to work for you, that's a 240 pin DIMM, you need a 204 pin DIMM,

    Computer memory upgrades for HP - Compaq Pavilion g7-2323dx Laptop/Notebook from Crucial.com

    8GB Kit (4GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-10600 upgrades for HP - Compaq Pavilion g7-2323dx Laptop/Notebook, CT4853877 from Crucial.com
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  5. whs
    Posts : 26,210
    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
       #15

    You must have made a mistake. Try again. You should get this kind of output.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Question about RAMs-2013-12-28_1229.png  
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  6. Posts : 24,479
    Windows 7 Ultimate X64 SP1
       #16

    You will need to allow an ActiveX control to install on your machine.
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  7. Posts : 170
    Windows 8
    Thread Starter
       #17

    derekimo said:
    Girom said:
    madcratebuilder said:
    It's not recommended to use different brands RAM in the same machine. If all is the same type, speed and size it may work. I've mixed RAM in the past, sometimes it works and other times it's a problem causing bsod's. You can try it but don't be surprised if it doesn't work.

    Ideally you want all the RAM to be the same batch as a matched set.
    How can I find out what kind of RAM is in the computer? If I put in this 4GB would it be ok? It's $18 HP RAM: Amazon.com: 4GB DDR3 PC310600R-9 1333MHz 240pin ECC Buffered HP 500203-061 *NOT FOR DESKTOPS*: Computers & Accessories
    No, that's not going to work for you, that's a 240 pin DIMM, you need a 204 pin DIMM,

    Computer memory upgrades for HP - Compaq Pavilion g7-2323dx Laptop/Notebook from Crucial.com

    8GB Kit (4GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-10600 upgrades for HP - Compaq Pavilion g7-2323dx Laptop/Notebook, CT4853877 from Crucial.com
    Thank you. Must I buy the 8GB set, or could I buy 4GB and add it to the existing 4Gb for a total of 8GB?
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  8. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
       #18

    Girom said:
    Thank you. Must I buy the 8GB set, or could I buy 4GB and add it to the existing 4Gb for a total of 8GB?
    Look in the first link, there's a single 4GB stick, you should really run the scanner to get the EXACT results.

    What happened when you ran it last time? "It didn't work" is not a helpful response, a more specific answer is needed.
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  9. Posts : 170
    Windows 8
    Thread Starter
       #19

    derekimo said:
    Girom said:
    Thank you. Must I buy the 8GB set, or could I buy 4GB and add it to the existing 4Gb for a total of 8GB?
    Look in the first link, there's a single 4GB stick, you should really run the scanner to get the EXACT results.

    What happened when you ran it last time? "It didn't work" is not a helpful response, a more specific answer is needed.
    When I ran it, a black box appeared for a second and disappeared and nothing happened. I guess I could buy this one assuming it's right. 4GB, 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-10600 upgrades for HP - Compaq Pavilion g7-2323dx Laptop/Notebook, CT4853865 from Crucial.com
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  10. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
       #20

    So you downloaded the file?

    Downloading and running the Crucial System Scanner is easy.

    First, agree to the terms and conditions.

    Click the "download the scanner" button, and choose "Save File" when prompted.

    Save the file to your desktop, or anywhere you prefer.

    Navigate to this saved CrucialScan.exe file and open. If you get a security warning, click "Run" to allow the download.

    It will take several moments while your browser is updated with your scan results.
    The link you posted guarantees the ram is compatible,

    Question about RAMs-gram.jpg

    4GB, 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-10600 upgrades for HP - Compaq Pavilion g7-2323dx Laptop/Notebook, CT4853865 from Crucial.com

    I still think you should try the scanner again following the above quoted instructions.
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