I need help, I don't have much knowledge

- sam - · May 29, 2014

Hey, I have this PC build and I want to upgrade a few thongs. However, I have no clue what to do/get.

Here are my computer specs;

Operating System
Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit SP1
CPU
Intel Core i5 2400 @ 3.10GHz 38 °C
Sandy Bridge 32nm Technology
RAM
4.00GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 665MHz (9-9-9-24)
Motherboard
Foxconn H67MP-S/-V/H67MP (CPU 1) 33 °C
Graphics
iiyama (1600x1200@60Hz)
2047MB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti (Gigabyte) 24 °C
Storage
931GB Volume0 (SATA)
Optical Drives
Optiarc DVD RW AD-5260S
Audio
Plantronics GameCom
PSU
Corsair 750w

I was told by a friend I should upgrade my RAM, but I have no clue which one to get.
And I was also told I need to upgrade my motherboard, but this is the one I did not want to do. Because I will have to reinstal windows if I buy a new motherboard right? And I no longer have access to my Windows disc nor do I have the key anymore.

I love to game, so anything which will make my gaming experience a little easier would be appreciated, thank you all.

i7Baby · May 29, 2014

1. get 2 x 4gb 1600 ram

2. Update to i5 4670k and ASRock Z97 Extreme 4

3. GTX780

fricklesmn · May 29, 2014

Hello,

Upgrading your RAM would be a good start. You are running DDR3-1333 memory, which is the highest officially supported on Sandy Bridge processors on that mainboard. Preferably purchase another 4GB of the same RAM brand and model as you have, to double it. If they are 4x1GB modules, then replace with 4x2GB modules or 2x4GB modules for future upgradability. Also, that mainboard appears to support Ivy Bridge processors up to 95w so a processor upgrade may benefit you as well.

Also consider an SSD drive for your boot drive/game drive (120GB+) as that can help some with games but primarily with general use.

Hope this helps

- sam - · May 29, 2014

My friend recommend these
http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-Ripjaws-DDR3-2133-Dual/dp/B0050119O0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1401359816&sr=8-4&keywords=RAM

Would this mean I would have to remove my current RAM sticks to use these? Or can I use all 4 sticks.

fricklesmn · May 29, 2014

Hello,

It is always recommended to use the same kind of memory in a computer whether 2 or 4 modules to maximize stability for gaming, however in general, it will work. Those 2133 modules will reduce speed and timings to match your existing RAM modules. Given that your mainboard only "officially" supports 1333MHz with SB and 1600MHz with IvB I can't say i would recommend 2133MHz modules as you won't be able to utilize their performance.

- sam - · May 29, 2014

Thank you for your response.

Will you be able to help me pick the RAM sticks which will work efficiently? From this website please, http://www.novatech.co.uk/

Thank you.

i7Baby · May 29, 2014

Do what we'd do - choose one and find its website and see if it lists your motherboard as being compatible. Or the other way around is to look at the motherboard website and it's list of comaptible ram.

- sam - · May 29, 2014

i7Baby :

I done this and linked the amazon RAM stick above. But the member above said it won't be good for me. So I am confused on what to actually buy.
I would appreciate if you guys can help me pick the ones which will work since I have no clue.

Thank you for your response.

i7Baby · May 29, 2014

He just said not to mix the ram up. It's OK if you just use the new ram. You can't add the new ram to the old ram is what he's saying.

If you want ram to fit your current mobo, you can only use 1600 ram - google its spec. The one you've chosen is 2133.

If you got a new cpu and mobo, then you could buy ram to suit that new mobo.

- sam - · May 29, 2014

i7Baby :

Ah ok thank you. So if I purchased the G-Skill 8GB Ripjaws X DDR3 2133 Dual Kit - Red this weekend my computer will run more faster? And is it just plug and play?

Thank you.

unknownofprob · May 29, 2014

plug and play it will be, though why buy a 2133Mhz module when all that is is a pre-overclokced 1600Mhz module, save yourself the money and go with 1600Mhz module and OC yourself, any ram kit above 1600Mhz is just pre-pverclocked witha larger price tag.

I would stick to 1600Mhz anyways, the faster the ram is not the better the performance, as the faster the speed the higher the CL, the Higher the CL the slower the ram, so it basically gets cancelled out.

fricklesmn · May 29, 2014

It should help..some games are more dependent on memory than others. Yes they are plug and play, but follow static precautions...Shut down PC, touch metal chassis to discharge any static, then disconnect the AC power cable and after doing so, press the power button 3 times over 10 seconds to verify all residual power is out of system... Remove old modules, install new (watching for correct orientation (notch)) then reconnect power cable and power computer up

- sam - · May 29, 2014

Which one will you pick from this website then?
What about this? http://www.novatech.co.uk/products/components/memory-pc/ddr3pc3-128001600mhz/f3-12800cl9d-8gbxl.html

i7Baby · May 29, 2014

No - I said you cannot fit that ram to the Foxconnr motherboard.

If you look at its specification -http://www.foxconnchannel.com/ProductDetail.aspx?T=motherboard&U=en-us0000513

You'll see "Dual channel DDR3 1600(IVB)/1333/1066 x 4 DIMMs, Max.32GB"

So - for the Foxconn motherboard just get 1600 ram, NOT 2133 because you can only fit 1600 to it as its specification says.

But if you decided to get another cpu and motherboard as I suggested then you could use that 2133 ram that you chose.

- sam - · May 29, 2014

i7Baby :

Sorry I misunderstood. So this will be ok? http://www.novatech.co.uk/products/components/memory-pc/ddr3pc3-128001600mhz/f3-12800cl9d-8gbxl.html
Is says 1600

fricklesmn · May 29, 2014

Yep Yep

Your CPU only supports 1333, but if you upgrade the CPU later you will get the 1600 speed (with an Ivy Bridge CPU)

The 1600 will down speed to 1333 for your Sandy Bridge CPU

unknownofprob · May 29, 2014

i7Baby :

do you realize the motherboard does not determine the Ram speed, the CPU does. The specs only show the max supported speed by the processor that supports that speed as it's max, the other CPU's can go higher due to the FSB.

- sam - · May 29, 2014

Arghh, sorry I'm so dumb.

I don't know what to do anymore, do I even need more RAM?

I just want to use my PC for general browsing, and gaming. I love gaming, and I want to game efficiently without any lag.

USAFRet · May 29, 2014

If you've not bought the OS yet, there is zero need for Win 7 Ultimate.
Get Win 7 Home Premium.

unknownofprob · May 29, 2014

- sam - :

Ram is lacking, 8GB is what you want in dual channel 1600Mhz.

- sam - · May 30, 2014

unknownofprob :

Can you link me to the RAM sticks I should buy please.

i7Baby · May 30, 2014

No. You need to go through the lengthy exercise yourself.

I need help, I don't have much knowledge

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