Replacing one of the two old ram sticks

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Hi, I'm currently having a problem finding the exact same model of the memory stick i have.

So i used to have a set of two elixir 16gb of DDR3 1333Mhz ram sticks but one of the sticks died on me and i would like to replace it, having problems finding the exact same model I'd like to ask what specs of ram stick can be avoided if possible without having compatibility problems.

Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.
 
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So, finding that memory as a match isn't going to work. There's none out there except at unrealistic prices. I recommend that you just find two matching 8gb modules of DDR3-1600 memory, any brand, that is 1.5 to 1.65v. That board has good compatibility so most DDR3-1600 1.5v memory should work so long as you buy it in a matched set. It CAN work using unmatched memory, but it doesn't always so you're rolling the dice when you do that.

The list at the following link are ALL modules verified to work with your motherboard, but they are not the ONLY ones that will work with it. Those are just the ones that they took the time to verify. As I said, pretty much any 1.5v DDR3-1066 to 1600 should work...
There are no guarantees that ANY stick of RAM, even one with the exact same model number as what you have now, is going to play nice with the other stick. This is why we recommend purchasing RAM in matched sets. It does make it a lot more probable that it will work though, by staying as close to the same specs as the original stick.

Try to find memory with the same number of chips and that those chips are populated on the same sides of the memory, ie, one side or two sides.

Also try to make sure that the advertised clock speed, voltage, latency and even brand are the same whenever possible.

What is the part number of the RAM you are currently using?
 
Ok, so somewhat confused. I can find those modules, but they are available under the same part number you provided in only 2GB, 4GB and 8GB models. Are you saying you have two 16gb modules of this part number equalling 16GB or two 8gb modules equalling a total of 16GB?


 

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Damn sorry if i didn't express myself correctly. I had two 8GB equalling 16GB.
The only models i was able to find were used or without original packaging and i'm not quite sure if i can trust them.
 
Most RAM has a lifetime warranty, regardless of the company. There are few memory manufacturers that do not offer lifetime warranties on their memory, so even buying used shouldn't be that much of a problem. I understand the need for caution, but you are unlikely to find ANY memory product NEW when more than five years has passed since it was manufactured.


That memory is pretty much obsolete, even from Elixir, the OE manufacturer. What is the model number of your motherboard and CPU?
 

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Ok i get it. The model numbers are:
Motherboard: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. B75M-A (LGA1155)
CPU:Intel Core i7 3770K @ 3.50GHz
Ivy Bridge 22nm Technology

 
So, finding that memory as a match isn't going to work. There's none out there except at unrealistic prices. I recommend that you just find two matching 8gb modules of DDR3-1600 memory, any brand, that is 1.5 to 1.65v. That board has good compatibility so most DDR3-1600 1.5v memory should work so long as you buy it in a matched set. It CAN work using unmatched memory, but it doesn't always so you're rolling the dice when you do that.

The list at the following link are ALL modules verified to work with your motherboard, but they are not the ONLY ones that will work with it. Those are just the ones that they took the time to verify. As I said, pretty much any 1.5v DDR3-1066 to 1600 should work.

http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1155/H61M-C/memory_qvl_list.pdf?_ga=2.52961772.570496065.1510449534-1067442527.1508104202


And actually, your motherboard and CPU will likely support all the way up to DDR3-2200, but I'd probably stick to DDR3-1866mhz or lower and while it WILL support 1.65v modules, I'd try to stick to 1.5v modules for better stability.


2 x DIMM, Max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
* 1600MHz and higher frequency is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors.
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
 
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Damn mate you've been really helpful. Thank you for taking the time i appreciate it