memory support/ MoBo identification

[thenewbie]

So I have a couple questions... I am looking at upgrading the ram in my pc... Right now its running on 4x512mb sticks and think it needs some more...

First off, how do I identify the model of my MoBo, then how do I know what level of memory that it can support???

 

Right now the ram that's in it is this model

Pc3200u-30331-a1

 

I am looking to put this into it

Desktop Memory Model CMX4GX3M2A1600C9

[Starbuck]

Hi thenewbie and welcome to FCPH.

 

You might find this helpful:

 

Go to http://www.crucial.com/uk/systemscanner/index.aspx

 

1. First, agree to the terms and conditions.

2. Click the "download the scanner" button, and choose "Save File" when prompted.

3. Save the file to your desktop, or anywhere you prefer.

4. Navigate to this saved CrucialScan.exe file and open. If you get a security warning, click "Run" to allow the download.

5. It will take several moments while your browser is updated with your scan results.

 

When the report comes up it will tell you how much Ram memory is installed, how many modules,how many slots are used, how many are available, how much Ram memory can be installed and what type of memory you can install.

Crucial will also give you a price for any recommended Ram upgrades, but you don't have to accept this.

You are free to use their scanner and then buy your Ram chips from wherever you want.

[PseFrank]

First off, how do I identify the model of my MoBo?

 

I'm guessing that the reason you enquired about which Motherboard you have is so as you can be sure that you purchase the correct memory for you computer. Starbuck has already pointed you in the right direction for your memory (Ram).

 

If you still need to know your model of Motherboard then I would suggest you download Belarc Advisor. (Link below)

 

http://download.cnet.com/Belarc-Advisor/3000-2094_4-10007277.html

 

Note: Only click on the Download Now (2.26MB) link on the download page.

 

Belarc will scan your computer and give you a full report on your system...including the model of your Motherboard.