Is it possible?

If I were to add RAM onto a computer that has about, let's say 8GB already from default. If I want to add another 2GB RAM and want to set it up, would I need to take out the 8GB and put in the 2GB, or can both be in at the same time giving me 10GB in total? Sorry, if this is a stupid question.

Is it easy to add in? Do I need to get someone from the store I buy it from to do it for me? Will it void my warranty if I do get it and decide to do it on my own?

Would also like help concerning this; http://sythe.org/showthread.php?t=1200293

Thanks for your help!

 

If you have free slot for RAM, there is no problem in adding one, it's really easy, you won't need help. (you can always search youtube for tutorials)

Remember about frequency your current RAM use, it's best to buy the same.

 

Alright, thanks. Didn't consider that but will do now and I'll ask the employee at that department for help choosing the RAM.

If you are capable, can you go to that link on my main post and tell me how many bots my Processor can run until maxed? You kinda seem like the tech guy. Cheers.

 

Read your metherboard's manual.
If it is a Dual Channel system and there are 4 slots you can only do this :

Put in 4 identical RAMs.
Put in 2 Identical RAMs.
Put in 2 Identical Rams and the other 2 identical, but different than the first ones.

If it is not Dual channel, then you are free to go to put as many RAMs as you want, just make sure they are all the same speed or atleast similar, because sometimes it can make your computer slower.

You only need to know your RAMs speed, just check it out with a certain program or maybe it shows up on your system.
It is easily placed and you do not void warranty.

 

You can do what WERNIS said. But as far as matching the frequency or speed, the other sticks will automatically clock down to be on the same level as the slowest stick. Just something to consider.

 

Assuming that you go with the processor in your other thread, odds are you will not max out the RAM if you already have 8GB. More than likely you will max out your CPU long before your RAM. So yeah while you could upgrade the RAM, it would more than likely be pretty pointless.

 

WeRnIS' explanation was great, I'll use it but an employee in the computer department would be able to help me with this, right?

Ivy, I kinda doubt what your saying is true as my current computer gets maxed at 100% CPU with 10 bots with about 5GB usage leaving me with 0.75GB for others. It's hard to believe that the processor I will get it twice as good as the current one I have. I'm looking about 16-18bots will be maximum (under my estimation) for the new processor... if 10 bots take about 5GB usage on my current processor, then 20 bots would need about 10GB which is the amount of GB I will possibly get but depending on the processor is how many I will run when I need cash.

I'm not good with Processors. I cannot determine which processor is better besides looking at how many processor cores, this is why I am asking you guys and cannot give a good estimation, what I gave is a "good" guess, at least that's what I think.

 

Cores =/= performance, lower end Intel dual cores outperform plenty of similarly priced AMD quad cores. There's no clear cut way to say your processor will be 2x better than your old one. It's just not that simple. I had an Athlon II X4 620 @ 3.5GHz with 8GB of DDR3 1333 RAM, and my processor maxed out with only like 6.5GB of RAM used. I also multitasked so that's including Chrome, MSN, Windows itself, etc. It also varies from bot to bot how much RAM it will be using but I'm willing to bet that unless you do some serious overclocking on that proc that your proc will max out before your RAM. Not trying to say I'm the end all be all of computer shit, but speaking from previous similar experiences, I'm pretty certain of it.

If you get it stuck in your head that you're gonna need more RAM though, here's a quick/easy explanation:
Your motherboard will either have 2, 4, or 6 RAM slots. Most have 4. Your prebuilt will probably have 2x4GB sticks, leaving an empty 2 slots. All you need to do is find out what your RAM speed/specs are (usually listed somewhere on the module itself) and try your best to match it. For example if you have DDR3 1333 already installed, try to buy more DDR3 1333. Also, don't bother buying single sticks if you have two slots available. Having dual channel RAM is worth the little bit extra you'll pay, because it drastically increases your efficiency. The actual process of putting it in the computer is simple. Just take off your side panel, find the RAM slots, open the little hinges, and put the module in the slot. It may take some pressure, but not a ton. They are made so they only go in one way, and it should be pretty easy for you to visually see which way it has to go without much explanation. Make sure it is fully seated (the hinges should click back in place as you push it in) before turning your system back on. That's basically it.

 

Thanks for such a detailed explanation. I doubted you as I didn't know that the new processor is much better than the current one, as you can see, I'm not much of the tech guy. Kill dank posted a link on my other thread which showed the difference in performance for both processors and to my amazement, it is around twice as good so you were right.

My desktop is not better than the one you have with the 8GB. My current computer has 6GB with the same processor as yours, small difference. When I bot, I have nothing but the bots on and I've just realized that if you keep your computer on for a long time (2+ days), RAM is taken up but not sure what is taking it up. When I restart and set up the bots, I come up to 3.46GB when I have 5.75GB usable.

As for the add-on RAM, the employee at the computer department should be able to help me choose RAM with the same speed, right? I fully understand the steps of adding the RAM thanks to your explanation, thanks for that.

Once again, thanks for taking the time to help me out.

 

Yeah the employee at whatever store you go to should be able to help you if it's a decent store. You will either need to bring the PC in or find out what kind you have ahead of time though. Most of 'em have a sticker on the side of the module that lists the specs. Should say something like DDR3 1600, or similar.

No problem, always happy to help good luck!

 

You need windows 64bit for more then 4gig ram usable, and if you have 6gig currently, yhat'll be 3x2, so you'll need 1 2gig stick and you wont be able to add more.
I cbf reading this whole thread but.
RAM doesn't need to be identical, and the processor thing is right.
i3 2100 or w.e the new sandy bridge i3 is outperforms the phenom II x6 in gaming and shit.

 

I can't really understand fully what you are trying to suggest and say. It seems like you didn't take the time to review your post but that's not a problem unless I understand which I don't, at least not all.

I have 64-bit on my current computer.

What is 3x2? Is it 3 sticks of 2GB? I decided on building my own computer and will check price and performance estimation, and will do final decision on buying the retail built one or a self-built.

I saw a video concerning this topic but still have trouble choosing. I understand that RAM and Processor do not need to have any relations but Processor and Motherboard do need to. I may be wrong as I can't remember everything from the video (video was long as shit).

Thanks for you help.

 

Bah ignore that post, I was tired, makes no sense to me either. :s


3x2 is 3 sticks of 2gig ram.
Selfbuilt, just look up youtube guides.

RAM and mobo need to be compatible. Nearly every MOBO today uses DDR3, and yes you're right with the cpu+mobo.