What should I consider when adding ram ?

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omko1907

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This is my build : http://pcpartpicker.com/p/66xCt6 .... In the future when I want to add 1 stick of 4gb ram what should I reconsider .. what should be same (speed,model etc.)


And my cpu says it supports #2 channels so if I have 3 slots with 4gigs will it not support ? Im sorry im a noob when it comes to memory :)
 
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The RAM on the motherboard is dual channel which means it will support 2 sticks or 4 sticks of RAM. While installing RAM make sure to install the same type of RAM sticks in the same channel. This means the RAM sticks need to be exactly the same(brand, model, clock speed). If unsure about which slots are in the same channel, consult the motherboard manual. Also when selecting the amount of RAM depends on the purpose of the build. If building a gaming computer, not much RAM is needed compared to if the purpose of the build is video editing.
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Its best to a get the ram in set as they are guaranteed to match and work in set, not to mention that a matched set is cut from the same silicone.

If this is not doable then the best thing to do is get an additional stick of the exact same model. That way you know the speed, cas, and timings are all the same.

Another good bit of advice is to get RAM that is on the motherboards ram support list. Now this list is not complete and there is a plenty of ram that will work that is not on that list, the benefit is if there is a motherboard issue with the RAM then the OEM will be quicker to accept the return instead of pointing fingers at the ram OEM and then you get stuck in limbo proving which one is defective.
 
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The RAM on the motherboard is dual channel which means it will support 2 sticks or 4 sticks of RAM. While installing RAM make sure to install the same type of RAM sticks in the same channel. This means the RAM sticks need to be exactly the same(brand, model, clock speed). If unsure about which slots are in the same channel, consult the motherboard manual. Also when selecting the amount of RAM depends on the purpose of the build. If building a gaming computer, not much RAM is needed compared to if the purpose of the build is video editing.
 
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