can i use 4 (256)MB RAMor i should use 2 (512)MB RAM?

Answer 1

i would use 2 512 to save some slots for extra memory you might want to add later

Answer 2

using 2 RAMs will keep the other two slots free for later memory upgrades. But you should know that bigger the RAM the more DATA loss occurs due to these RAMs donot have ECC (error correcting codes). you can find ECC rams but they are a bit pricy. The 256 MB will definetly produce less DATA loss than 512 DIMMs. The data loss is actually itself is very small, but noticeable while multitasking between heavy programs like 3D MAX or MAYA.
Go with ECC 512 MB RAMs x 2
or non ECC 256 MB RAM x 4

Answer 3

It is always better to use 2 RAMs of 512 MB each ratger than using 4 of 256MB. It is much faster in operation and even if one slot gets spoilt you can shift the RAM to a new Slot. Even the Speed will be much better of with 512 RAMs.

Answer 4

Use the two chips that have 512. Less slots will be used and the computer will operate better that way than having four 256 chips in the computer.

Answer 5

it is better to user 2x512 MB but you can use 4x256 MB. Most new computers m/board has 4 place to put ram but in the next years you can need more ram so you will not have place to add new ram you will have to remove one of the 250 mb rams.

Answer 6

If you have 4 slots, and your mother board can handle lets say up to 2 gigs, then you might as well use 4 (512)'s.

Answer 7

The best way to deal with RAM is always to fill the slots to its full capacity of RAM it can handle because down the road this RAM will become more expansive..

you save by buying it now..

Answer 8

It's best if you use 2x512MB

Pros:
1) Less electricity
2) Memory is read faster and is usually not as fragmented
3) Does not make PCs fail to boot if the ICs do not match and are used in dual-channel
4) Generates less heat

Cons:
1) Might cost a little more

Good luck!

Answer 9

Use 2X512. That way if you decide to upgrade later, you only have to make the same purchase again. If you by 4X256 and decide to upgrade, all the money you put into the 256 will have been wasted.

Answer 10

It doesn't make a great deal of difference however, if you use 4 sticks and one is faukty, its harder to work out which one it is