ddr memory i've just replaced my old 256kb ram with 1gb (1024kb) with my old 256kb it said it was about 240kb, now i have 1gb and it's saying i only have 480kb?? i'm checking the status by going on properties of my computer btw, not sure how else to check. i'm pretty sure i should be getting more than this any advice? cheers
as in on each individual section? - not sure on the sticker it says 1gb though. i'll try the slot next to it and see if that makes a difference
you've got 1 stick of 1gig DDR memory, is that right? yet it's only registering 480k? Take it back and get them to test it. Could be incompatability with your board, could be a few things. Make sure u point out you DID take anti static precautions.
Jobbi, tell me exactly how much is registering. It can't be 480k otherwise your machine wouldn't be booting up into windows. It will more likely be around the 512MB mark. Fire it up, log on, right click on My Computer and select Properties. It should tell you there below the processor type. With the chip being 1GB, it's more than likely that the DIMM is double sided (has contacts on either side.) If your motherboard is an older one it may only have one set of contacts (and as a result will only be able to read half the DIMM).
Aye, what conway says is right - it will be MB not KB, thats going back to the 70s :laugh: 1 gb = 1024 mb
yea i did know that i don't kno why i typed kb it's registering 480MB, when it's a 1GB chip - i'll have a look and see if there are contactors on either side, if they're only on one side that will explain everything. if this is the case btw, can you buy double sided slots seperate? thanks
From your first post, it looks like it's allocating some memory out for graphics... it could be doing the same with this... but not over 544mb!!! Different motherboard required... or take the memory back
Unfortunately the slots are integrated into your board - the only answer is a new motherboard. If you've got an Athlon (pre-64), Duron, or Sempron(pre-64) processor, they all use the Socket A motherboard. Luckily they've come right down in price with the new 64-bit stuff like the Socket 939 boards coming out. You should be able to pick up one with more features than you're ever likely to use ever for about £40.
i've just got home and checked the slot, it looks like it has contactors on each side so that isn't the problem. maybe it is a 512MB chip and i've been ass raped would there be a benifit in getting a new motherboard even though this isn't the problem? would it enhance the performance?
Check your motherboard manual and see how much the thing supports. If you don't have one download everest home from here and look up the name/manufacturer on the motherboard section of the program. Post it up on here and I'll see what I can find. In answer to your question, a new motherboard will usually provide you with new features and better performance (as an example, my shuttle's board has firewire, SATA, Optical In/Out all included, my old motherboard didn't have any of this, and it ran much slower too). However there's no point in changing it just for the sake of it - you may not see any noticeable improvement.
