ram help plz

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I currently have a adata 8gb 1600mhz 1.5v and i just purchased a hyperx 8gb it says it can run up to 1866mhz so im pretty sure i can run the hyperx at 1600mhz automatically. the voltz match. will this work?
 
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You should have no problems returning the kit or exchange to Amazon however again it is not a good idea to add another kit to your existing kit. They may or may not work and it involves Bios changes to Primary Timings and Voltage without any guarantee. Best is to buy a kit the size and frequency you desire that have been tested and keep the others for spares.
Its always good to have spares as that prevents downtime should a DIMM module fail and you have an RMA.

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if i install it and try to make it work and it doesnt, can it ruin my system?
 


Its not a good idea to mix kits of differing frequency and especially from different manufacturers.
Read this article: https://rog.asus.com/forum/showthread.php?57038-Don%92t-combine-memory-kits!-The-meat-and-potatoes-overview
You should always consult the MB QVL for kits that have been tested in conjunction with the MB.

No it will not harm your system however it would continue to have issues.
 

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alright so i should return the hyperx and just match what i have currently? i dont even know if amazon does returns
 
You should have no problems returning the kit or exchange to Amazon however again it is not a good idea to add another kit to your existing kit. They may or may not work and it involves Bios changes to Primary Timings and Voltage without any guarantee. Best is to buy a kit the size and frequency you desire that have been tested and keep the others for spares.
Its always good to have spares as that prevents downtime should a DIMM module fail and you have an RMA.
 
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