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Need Help!!! DDR3 Ram for Intel DP45SG Motherboard?

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shreeux
shreeux Original post #1
May 14, 2014 at 7:30 PM
My System Configuration is...

Intel Core 2 Duo E6320 Processor
Intel DP45SG Motherboard
Kingston DDR3 2GB RAM PC3-10700 (667 MHz)
AMD Radeon HD 6670 Graphics card
UMAX 600W SMPS
WD GREEN 1TB Hard disk
windows 7 sp1 32bit

*goo.gl/QygY4R

In my mother board 4 slots available...I like to increase the ram for working sluggish also change to 64 bit OS.

I find the same ram not available..Kindly suggest match with this ram...which is compatible Product name with model no..

Thank you,
Cilus
Cilus #2
May 14, 2014 at 11:45 PM
You don't need to have the exact same Ram. All you need a Ram running at same speed and same clock latency. Your module is a 1333 MHz, probably CL9 module. Download a software called CPU-Z, run it and post the screenshot of the Memory tab of it here which will help us to know the exact specification of the Ram.
adityak469
May 14, 2014 at 11:47 PM
a 667Mhz RAM? :eek:

anyways, get kingston HyperXBlu and tweak you old RAM timing to the Kingston's. That should help.
Cilus
Cilus #4
May 15, 2014 at 2:42 AM
^^ OP is absolutely right as the so called 2X MHz DDR or double Data Rate ram actually runs at X MHz speed or performs X*10^6 cycles and at each cycle it can perform two transfers, resulting 2X*10^6 number of transactions per second. This is equivalent to a SDR or single data rate Ram's number of transactions per second, running at twice the speed or 2X MHz speed since it can perform only a single transaction per cycle.
So the 667MHz Ram OP is talking about is actually a DDR3 1333MHz Ram, read my 1st post. The term 1333MHz speed or 1600MHz speed is technically wrong...the technically correct term is 1333 Mega Transfers per second or 1333 MT/s or 1600 MT/s. they run at 667 and 800 MHz speed respectively.
topgear
topgear #5
May 15, 2014 at 5:15 AM
@OP - your motherboard only support 2GB ram modules per slot .. so while purchasing ram modules keep this in mind.

Anyway, if you are not going to upgrade to a new cpu anytime soon better get this :

*www.snapdeal.com/product/kingston-2gb-ddr3-ram-kvr1333d3n92g/545239
*www.flipkart.com/kingston-valueram-ddr3-2-gb-pc-ram-kvr1333d3s8n9-2g/p/itmdnymmr2hfqdgh
shreeux
shreeux #6
May 15, 2014 at 9:53 PM
You don't need to have the exact same Ram. All you need a Ram running at same speed and same clock latency. Your module is a 1333 MHz, probably CL9 module. Download a software called CPU-Z, run it and post the screenshot of the Memory tab of it here which will help us to know the exact specification of the Ram.


Here is the screen shot..


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Cilus
Cilus #7
May 15, 2014 at 10:28 PM
Ya, as I guessed, it is a 1333MHz CL9 Ram but you are running it at 1066MHz speed (533MHz original as present in your memory tab and 533MHz X 2 = 1066MHz effective). You need to tweak your BIOS setting to run it at 1333MHz speed. Although as per the specification, maximum size of the Ram module per slot is 2GB, resulting max of 8GB support, there are plenty of cases mentioned in the internet where it is supporting 4GB per channel with a max capacity of 16GB. You can buy this one: *www.flipkart.com/evm-ddr3-4-gb-pc-...=b_7&ref=0fd8359a-28b4-459d-8612-e6c34c573017
it is a 4GB 1333MHz Ram with CL9 setting, same as your current one.
shreeux
shreeux #8
May 16, 2014 at 12:25 PM
Ya, as I guessed, it is a 1333MHz CL9 Ram but you are running it at 1066MHz speed (533MHz original as present in your memory tab and 533MHz X 2 = 1066MHz effective). You need to tweak your BIOS setting to run it at 1333MHz speed. Although as per the specification, maximum size of the Ram module per slot is 2GB, resulting max of 8GB support, there are plenty of cases mentioned in the internet where it is supporting 4GB per channel with a max capacity of 16GB. You can buy this one: *www.flipkart.com/evm-ddr3-4-gb-pc-...=b_7&ref=0fd8359a-28b4-459d-8612-e6c34c573017
it is a 4GB 1333MHz Ram with CL9 setting, same as your current one.

Confused kindly explain....Your are mentioning 4GB ram.


What about my ram (Kingston DDR3 2GB RAM PC3-10700 (667 MHz)) Single or Dual Channel
Also explain, how to identify Single channel or Dual channel.

So i left 3 slot free in my motherboard...I like to fill 3 slots...to run 64 bit OS as well as games.

Thanks in advance..
Cilus
Cilus #9
May 16, 2014 at 12:40 PM
Yes, I am suggesting to get a single 4GB RAm, totalling 6GB of Ram in your system. Since the Rams will be of different size (2GB and 4GB), they'll not run at dual channel mode. But having 6GB Ram in your system will give you faster performance than having 2GBX2 Ram in your system and running them at dual channel. Don't go for a another 2GB module by the hype of having superior performance while running at dual channel configuration.
You can check whether the Rams are running at dual or single channel in CPU-Z only. Check the screenshot of the memory tab you've posted. In the top, in the Chanel# field
shreeux
shreeux #10
May 16, 2014 at 3:51 PM
Yes, I am suggesting to get a single 4GB RAm, totalling 6GB of Ram in your system. Since the Rams will be of different size (2GB and 4GB), they'll not run at dual channel mode. But having 6GB Ram in your system will give you faster performance than having 2GBX2 Ram in your system and running them at dual channel. Don't go for a another 2GB module by the hype of having superior performance while running at dual channel configuration.
You can check whether the Rams are running at dual or single channel in CPU-Z only. Check the screenshot of the memory tab you've posted. In the top, in the Chanel# field

Sorry, still i am not understanding...

Already you are said "as per the specification, maximum size of the Ram module per slot is 2GB, resulting max of 8GB support"

In my motherboard 4 slots available...Each slot maximum 2GB only....So 2GB X 4Slots = 8GB only.

How to suggest single 4GB ram?

Thanks...
Cilus
Cilus #11
May 17, 2014 at 12:08 AM
That was the official specification from Intel and during the release time of the motherboard, DDR3 Rams were just emerging and 2GB modules were dominant. But plenty of people has tried single 4GB module at your motherboard and they have worked fine. Search google with 4GB ram support at your motherboard model number and you'll find plenty of links of people running multiple 4Gb modules at yuor motherboard.
shreeux
shreeux #12
May 17, 2014 at 8:34 PM
That was the official specification from Intel and during the release time of the motherboard, DDR3 Rams were just emerging and 2GB modules were dominant. But plenty of people has tried single 4GB module at your motherboard and they have worked fine. Search google with 4GB ram support at your motherboard model number and you'll find plenty of links of people running multiple 4Gb modules at yuor motherboard.

Nothning found.....share the link


Thanks..
topgear
topgear #13
May 20, 2014 at 2:58 AM
Yes, I am suggesting to get a single 4GB RAm, totalling 6GB of Ram in your system. Since the Rams will be of different size (2GB and 4GB), they'll not run at dual channel mode. But having 6GB Ram in your system will give you faster performance than having 2GBX2 Ram in your system and running them at dual channel. Don't go for a another 2GB module by the hype of having superior performance while running at dual channel configuration.
You can check whether the Rams are running at dual or single channel in CPU-Z only. Check the screenshot of the memory tab you've posted. In the top, in the Chanel# field

Dual channel won't be disabled by mismatched ram config [ size wise ] .. the memory modules will go into flex mode ie 4Gb in dual channel and the remaining 2Gb in single channel.
shreeux
shreeux #14
Jul 3, 2014 at 7:59 PM
Dual channel won't be disabled by mismatched ram config [ size wise ] .. the memory modules will go into flex mode ie 4Gb in dual channel and the remaining 2Gb in single channel.

Kindly suggest recently added 2gb ram...check with link it is ok?

*i.imgur.com/O6ROhSp.jpg

*i.imgur.com/RNB9Jvj.jpg

*i.imgur.com/VxUOKOG.jpg


Also i like change my processor Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Q6600 (8M Cache, 2.40 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB)
For 2000 rs...it is worth?
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #15
Jul 3, 2014 at 8:07 PM
insert both the RAMs in similar colored slots in order to have dual channel configuration. it seems you haven't done so.
shreeux
shreeux #16
Jul 3, 2014 at 8:17 PM
insert both the RAMs in similar colored slots in order to have dual channel configuration. it seems you haven't done so.



Yes, insert with different color...in next slot...

How will you find...KIndly explain...with reason...But i read more unable to understand...

Thanks in advance...also quick reply
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #17
Jul 3, 2014 at 8:20 PM
Yes, insert with different color...in next slot...

How will you find...KIndly explain...with reason...But i read more unable to understand...

Thanks in advance...also quick reply

in order to utilize dual channel configuration, you need to insert both rams in similar colored slots.
read this Everything You Need to Know About the Dual-, Triple-, and Quad-Channel Memory Architectures | Hardware Secrets.
shreeux
shreeux #18
Jul 3, 2014 at 8:23 PM
in order to utilize dual channel configuration, you need to insert both rams in similar colored slots.
read this Everything You Need to Know About the Dual-, Triple-, and Quad-Channel Memory Architectures | Hardware Secrets.

Ok, I will read...

What about...

Also i like change my processor Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Q6600 (8M Cache, 2.40 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB)
For 2000 rs...it is worth?
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #19
Jul 3, 2014 at 8:30 PM
not a bad deal. and try to sell your c2d for around 1.5k ;)
you may consider a new psu too;)
shreeux
shreeux #20
Jul 3, 2014 at 10:28 PM
not a bad deal. and try to sell your c2d for around 1.5k ;)
you may consider a new psu too;)

Ok...I will bargain....

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not a bad deal. and try to sell your c2d for around 1.5k ;)
you may consider a new psu too;)

*i.imgur.com/zXAwo7v.jpg

Please check with images..I posted..

Now its show Dual channel...

Totally 4gb installed, But 32-bit os maximum usage is 3.5 gb, but system shows only 2gb..?
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #21
Jul 3, 2014 at 10:46 PM
you have to use 64 bit os. it is not always 3.5gb. it varies.
shreeux
shreeux #22
Jul 3, 2014 at 11:03 PM
you have to use 64 bit os. it is not always 3.5gb. it varies.

I already checked and posted the link also...its shows usage is 4gb...in 64bit os

My question is 32 bit maximum ram usage is 3.5gb...
I also checked with my friend system..he installed singe 8gb ram...it shows like this..8GB (3.5GB usable)..
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #23
Jul 3, 2014 at 11:12 PM
I already checked and posted the link also...its shows usage is 4gb...in 64bit os

My question is 32 bit maximum ram usage is 3.5gb...
I also checked with my friend system..he installed singe 8gb ram...it shows like this..8GB (3.5GB usable)..

it is not always 3.5GB. google it.
32 os can utilise a maximum of 4GB out of which a certain amount of memory will be reserved. it is not a constant one.
shreeux
shreeux #24
Jul 3, 2014 at 11:41 PM
it is not always 3.5GB. google it.
32 os can utilise a maximum of 4GB out of which a certain amount of memory will be reserved. it is not a constant one.

Ok, why my system only shows "4GB (2GB usable)"....it rejects completely 2GB ram..? that was my query?
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #25
Jul 4, 2014 at 10:53 AM
Ok, why my system only shows "4GB (2GB usable)"....it rejects completely 2GB ram..? that was my query?

yups. it changes from system to system. the solution is to get a 64 bit os. why stick to 32 bit?
shreeux
shreeux #26
Jul 4, 2014 at 5:42 PM
yups. it changes from system to system. the solution is to get a 64 bit os. why stick to 32 bit?

I know check the link...In 64bit OS it shows and consumes 4GB...

*i.imgur.com/O6ROhSp.jpg

ok, Leave every thing..my main query...I want to play Call of duty:Ghost and Battlefield 4...

They have minimum ram is 4 gb to 8gb....

So i like to add remaining 2 slots are free...Can i go through 2GB*X2 or 4GBX1...?
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #27
Jul 4, 2014 at 5:52 PM
4gb is enough. what you need is a good cpu+gpu combo. get the c2q cpu. and a better psu too;)
you can go for 4gb x 1, but will loose dual channel capability (not a big interest though.)
shreeux
shreeux #28
Jul 4, 2014 at 6:12 PM
4gb is enough. what you need is a good cpu+gpu combo. get the c2q cpu. and a better psu too;)
you can go for 4gb x 1, but will loose dual channel capability (not a big interest though.)

One of my friend struggle with playing in 4GB...That's why i like to fill the remaining 2 slots.... can i go through 2GB X 2no..fill the slots with same config ram...?
I think that was quad channel..it improve system performance?
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #29
Jul 4, 2014 at 6:22 PM
One of my friend struggle with playing in 4GB...That's why i like to fill the remaining 2 slots.... can i go through 2GB X 2no..fill the slots with same config ram...?
I think that was quad channel..it improve system performance?

what is his configuration? probably eith cpu or gpu is bottlenecking. i am not too sure. i dont have cod ghosts/ BF4. but none of my games requires more than 4gb of ram;)
quad channel is not supported by your mobo neither your cpu too. you can go for 2gb x 2 by filling all the 4 slots. you will be able to utilize them in dual channel too. get similar ram with same latency to avoid possible conflicts.
shreeux
shreeux #30
Jul 4, 2014 at 6:46 PM
what is his configuration? probably eith cpu or gpu is bottlenecking. i am not too sure. i dont have cod ghosts/ BF4. but none of my games requires more than 4gb of ram;)
quad channel is not supported by your mobo neither your cpu too. you can go for 2gb x 2 by filling all the 4 slots. you will be able to utilize them in dual channel too. get similar ram with same latency to avoid possible conflicts.

Yes, i check with this link...Intel® Desktop Board DP45SG — System memory

My motherboard is maximum 8 GB total system memory.
topgear
topgear #31
Jul 8, 2014 at 6:35 AM
Cod Ghosts / BF4 can run easily on 4GB ram .. going to test with Watch Dogs.
shreeux
shreeux #33
Jul 16, 2014 at 6:52 PM
Cod Ghosts / BF4 can run easily on 4GB ram .. going to test with Watch Dogs.

Sorry, Unable to play..!!!

Check the link...*i.imgur.com/JdW9Wi0.jpg
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sam1 #34
Jul 16, 2014 at 9:32 PM
there is a fix for this, called "TheWorse Mod for Watch_Dogs".
shreeux
shreeux #35
Jul 16, 2014 at 10:30 PM
there is a fix for this, called "TheWorse Mod for Watch_Dogs".

Sorry, I am not understand...I was installed CALL OF DUTY GHOSTS...!!!

It shows ram not does not meet the minimum requirements..!
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #36
Jul 17, 2014 at 11:35 AM
Sorry, Unable to play..!!!

Check the link...*i.imgur.com/JdW9Wi0.jpg

update the game. the latest patch for Call of Duty: Ghosts drops its earlier 6 GB RAM requirement for Windows PC.
shreeux
shreeux #37
Jul 17, 2014 at 12:50 PM
update the game. the latest patch for Call of Duty: Ghosts drops its earlier 6 GB RAM requirement for Windows PC.

OK..i will back after install..

One more thing...I prefer to change my monitor..Now i am using 17" CRT Monitor...from 2007...Still now i am not facing any eye problem...

So, Pls suggest best monitor....eye protection..

My Requirements is..

Surfing
Trading
Movies
Gaming...Sit on system more than 12hrs...
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #38
Jul 17, 2014 at 12:58 PM
budget?
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sam1 #40
Jul 17, 2014 at 1:10 PM
Sorry, I am not understand...I was installed CALL OF DUTY GHOSTS...!!!

It shows ram not does not meet the minimum requirements..!

My bad. I thought you were going to test WatchDogs. Anyway, there is a fix for COD Ghosts too. try searching for "COD ghosts ram fix".
shreeux
shreeux #41
Jul 17, 2014 at 2:21 PM
My bad. I thought you were going to test WatchDogs. Anyway, there is a fix for COD Ghosts too. try searching for "COD ghosts ram fix".

Found it...now under downloading...!!!!
pkkumarcool
Jul 17, 2014 at 5:14 PM
what is his configuration? probably eith cpu or gpu is bottlenecking. i am not too sure. i dont have cod ghosts/ BF4. but none of my games requires more than 4gb of ram;)
quad channel is not supported by your mobo neither your cpu too. you can go for 2gb x 2 by filling all the 4 slots. you will be able to utilize them in dual channel too. get similar ram with same latency to avoid possible conflicts.
actually bro you are wrong here when i play bf4 on 4gb ram i check my ram usage goes 100% and memory low error pops ups so if you are going for bf4 online multiplayer then its better to go for 8gb gb ram i planning to buy an 8gb stick now
shreeux
shreeux #43
Jul 17, 2014 at 6:46 PM
actually bro you are wrong here when i play bf4 on 4gb ram i check my ram usage goes 100% and memory low error pops ups so if you are going for bf4 online multiplayer then its better to go for 8gb gb ram i planning to buy an 8gb stick now

Just know they referred "COD ghosts ram fix"...also found it...no need to buy ram..!!!
pkkumarcool
Jul 17, 2014 at 7:05 PM
^^i am not talking about cod ghost i am talking about bf4,watchdogs they need atleast 6gb for smooth experience
shreeux
shreeux #45
Jul 17, 2014 at 7:27 PM
^^i am not talking about cod ghost i am talking about bf4,watchdogs they need atleast 6gb for smooth experience

You should try..or search.."Battlefield 4 Crack Fixed Only-3DM"
TechnoBOY
TechnoBOY #46
Jul 17, 2014 at 7:36 PM
actually bro you are wrong here when i play bf4 on 4gb ram i check my ram usage goes 100% and memory low error pops ups so if you are going for bf4 online multiplayer then its better to go for 8gb gb ram i planning to buy an 8gb stick now
how much does 4gb ddr3 ram cost [single]
pkkumarcool
Jul 17, 2014 at 8:33 PM
You should try..or search.."Battlefield 4 Crack Fixed Only-3DM"

lol dude i own bf4 premium and mind you multiplayer specs need for bf4 is far different than sp when you will play on 64 players server you would experience that

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how much does 4gb ddr3 ram cost [single]

costs around 2.3k
shreeux
shreeux #48
Jul 17, 2014 at 8:41 PM
lol dude i own bf4 premium and mind you multiplayer specs need for bf4 is far different than sp when you will play on 64 players server you would experience that

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Now fixed ram error....

Game played nicely...!!!
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #49
Jul 18, 2014 at 2:00 PM
actually bro you are wrong here when i play bf4 on 4gb ram i check my ram usage goes 100% and memory low error pops ups so if you are going for bf4 online multiplayer then its better to go for 8gb gb ram i planning to buy an 8gb stick now

multiplayer eats up memory.

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My 15k to 20k

have a look at samsung pls ips panels(these are newer) or dell ultra sharp ones(these are a bit older!!).
shreeux
shreeux #50
Jul 20, 2014 at 3:42 PM
have a look at samsung pls ips panels(these are newer) or dell ultra sharp ones(these are a bit older!!).

Any IPS Panel with 144Hz?
topgear
topgear #51
Jul 26, 2014 at 5:10 AM
^^ No but you can overclock some IPS monitors [ mainly korean syuff ] around 120 Hz.