What Kind of RAM?

Question

I can't find out what kind of RAM I need. I pulled it out and it said "DDR400 (2.5) 256MX8". I currently have 256megs and want to upgrade to 1 GB. I got my computer from Fry's, no manufacture name. The processor is an "AMD Sempron 2800+" Need more info?

I tried a 512 stick of PC2100 and it didn't work.

Answer 1

DDR400 that's the kind or RAM you need.

To find what is in your computer....from hardware to software....download (free) Belarc Advisor........it will make a list of everything in your computer.

Answer 2

If you buy from a company that will take returns (of what does not work), then you can experiment a bit. I have bought RAM from CoastMemory many times, and had to send the wrong ones back. They were always nice on the phone.

http://www.18004memory.com/category.asp?catid=12&subcatid=1203

Get TWO 512MB DDR400 modules and put one in each of two slots. After you install this pair (with the other removed) and it works, then try putting the 256 MB of RAM in the open slots (if you have 4 slots). Consider the extra 256MB of RAM as a bonus. But CoastMemory will also BUY your old RAM, so consider SELLING it.

If you have any doubt, then call 1-800-463-6679

Answer 3

You need to get the model of your motherboard, not the processor, and then you can search on websites for replacement memory for that board.

I believe by the writing on the memory, you have DDR400 SODIMM memory set 2.5V, but you have to get the right speed that the motherboard can handle.

Answer 4

"DDR400 (2.5) 256MX8" search that on the internet and read carefully.

Answer 5

go to the store and take old one and ask for 1GB and it's DDR ram so it's different...........

Answer 6

http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html

It'll tell you just about everything you could want to know about your computer