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What's better, dual channel or single module?

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Advice Pro   08-12-2009 at 06:01:18 PM

Are either compatible with the other? How do I tell what kind of memory I have, itthe memory came with my Gateway PC.

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Bronze Motherboards badge badge   08-12-2009 at 06:07:43 PM

Dual channel kits are tested and guaranteed by the distributor to work together in dual channel mode. A distributor may also sell the same RAM as single DIMMs untested together.

Download CPUZ and install and click of the SPD tab. Memory tab will state dual or single channel function.

http://www.cpuid.com/cpuz.php

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Advice Pro   08-19-2009 at 03:13:48 PM

So it's possible that both types of modules can work together, but not positively? What is the performance difference in double-sided

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