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Is this RAM compatible with my motherboard?

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I am purchasing the GIGABYTE GA-P55-UD3R for my i5 CPU and I want to know if this RAM is compatible with my motherboard, G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231277

GIGABYTE GA-P55-UD3R
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813128401

This is my first build, so that explains the newbie question. lol. Thanks for the help!

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Yes, it is compatible. I would not recommend it however. Although it is 1600 speed RAM, it has a relatively high/slow CL=9.

I would recommend this G.Skill RAM 1333 @ CL=7 1.5V
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231276

Or this if you really want 1600, G.Skill 1600 @ CL=7 1.65V
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231279

Either of the above choices would be better. Do not buy RAM for that motherboard that specs more than 1.65V


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