hi

need some more memory - just used sisoft sandra & this is relevant extract

Memory Controller >
Error Detection Method: 8-bit parity
Error Correction Capability: None
Supported/Current Memory Interleave: 1 way / 1 way
Number of Memory Slots: 2
Maximum Installable Memory: 64MB
Maximum Module Size: 32MB
Supported STD/FPM/(B)EDO Speeds: 70ns, 60ns
Supported SDRAM Speeds: PC66, PC100
Supported Memory Types: EDO, SDRAM
Supported Memory Voltages: 3.3V

dimm

what memory should i get & how much to pay?

also-need to update bios (Award Software International, Inc. 4.51 PG)

but have no idea where/how

cheers

you need sdram pc100, though get sdram pc133 for upgradablity.

errrmmm -is pc133 compatible with my system?

I think pc133 is compatible but, it will only run the same as pc100 in your system. That's it in a nutshell I think.
Steeve.

And if it's cheap PC100 memory you are after try here:- http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/products/index.html?action=c2hvd3N1YmNhdGVnb3J5X3NlYXJjaA==&cat_uid=3

I don't think you will find any cheaper in the UK right now.

i have 64mb already -does thais mean the max I can have in this pc is 128mb?

depends the capability of your motherboard, it should take at least 512Mb, but you need to refer to the manual for more info.

Regards

just to clarify -I have two DIMM slots -one already has 64mb on it

could i theoretically put 2 x 128mb in or can I only add another 64mb?

will this extra memory speed things upa s at the moment pc is slow(especially when downloading movies off kazaa)

any thoughts lads as wanna buy some asap

As you're running Sandra on the system, look at the System & Motherboard modules to see what it says about the mobo. You'll need to know the make/model of the mobo to determine the max memory size it can take and possibly to find a BIOS update.

well as The Magpies as stated you need to look at your motherboard manual to find out the capabilities of ram upgrade.if it can go to 512 then
you can put any 2 combinations in you want up to 2x256 modules


HTH

Try http://www.crucial.com/uk/store/listmfgr.asp?cat=RAM there is a list of mobo manufacturers so you should be able to sort compatability. You will also get a lifetime guarantee with any memory you buy. I had my last upgrade replaced without any hassle after 18months when it developed a fault.

got manual -extract here

System memory
· Two 168 pin DIMM sockets
· Supports up to 256MB SDRAM memory or up to 512MB EDO 3.3V unbuffered DIMM memory

BIOS
· Licensed advanced AWARD BIOS, Supports Flash ROM BIOS, Plug and play ready. Built-in NCRâ53C810 BIOS
· Supports IDE CD-ROM or SCSI boot up

so I think I go for 2 x 128mb SDRAM (168pin??) and how do I flash bios?

yes go for the 2x128 rams, as for the bios ,do you need to update it .
flashing the bios wrong could render your motherboard useless.
I personally would only recommend doing it if it is vital.

Why do want to update bios ??

HTH

bought some yesterday - 2 x 128mb and it f**ked my pc!!

registry errors,fatal exceptions, u name it lol!!!

bloke said I could take it back,so no worries on that score

-just wondered why this could be?:confused:

try just adding one at a time and make sure it is inserted properly.