2007-07-29 21:11:45 · 6 answers · asked by militaryaircontrol 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Yes, but it will only run at the speed of the slowest RAM stick.
It's best to use RAM of the same brand and same speed. To enable dual-RAM (available on most new motherboards) you should buy a matched pair.
Personally I only use Corsair RAM - it's tried and trusted, but Kingston RAM sticks are much cheaper.
2007-07-29 21:23:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, well very unlikely that the answer is OK, probably 90% for experiencing problem, 10% for it to work.
There were a time you can pickup a stick and another stick of RAM in random and they work together only difference is the size; but that was very long ago.
2007-07-30 04:27:28 · answer #2 · answered by Andy T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I highly don't recommend it.
You should only use memory that is similar in preferably brand, speed and type. Otherwise you could see significant timing problems that will affect the stability, reliability and performance of your computer system. In short, you could end-up with a lot of lock-ups and other major system problems.
Whatever existing memory you have now, I would buy the same if you want to expand your memory. Also, check with the manufacturer of your motherboard and visit their website to see what they recommend.
2007-07-30 04:18:52 · answer #3 · answered by desertcities 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bus speed of the both Sticks should be same.
2007-07-30 04:47:21 · answer #4 · answered by Mohan S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as both types are compatible with your computer then yes you can use different amounts like that, for a while my comp had one 128 mb and one 512 mb. but they were both ddr, my previous comp has sdr and i couldn't use its ram in my newer comp, likewise i couldn't use this ram in an even newer comp, so make sure that both will work in your computer.
2007-07-30 04:20:39 · answer #5 · answered by Tim C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Desert.
2007-07-30 04:19:28 · answer #6 · answered by mike_alegend 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋