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stix_kua
03-23-2003, 01:12 PM
I am in an upgrading mood right now...I have $60 to spend...SHould I buy a 512 MB DDR RAM Module from Newegg or should I get a Vantec Aeroflow also from Newegg
Bigjakkstaffa
03-23-2003, 01:43 PM
I'd go for the RAM

--Jakk:t
deadkenny
03-23-2003, 02:29 PM
RAM for sure, unless you're having a serious problem with your temps.
omega31
03-23-2003, 06:18 PM
RAM. Your cpu temps can't be that bad. Athlon XP retail heatsink, right?
stix_kua
03-23-2003, 06:20 PM
Originally posted by omega31
RAM. Your cpu temps can't be that bad. Athlon XP retail heatsink, right?

How bad is that bad? My temps have been at 60C...The lowest it has ever been is 45C...Yes, Retail Heatsink...
omega31
03-23-2003, 06:57 PM
60C - load? If you can find more money, get both the memory and either that Vantec Aeroflow, or this TI-V77L:
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproduct.asp?description=35-113-001

The TI-V77L runs some $15 cheaper at Newegg. Pretty good, too.
http://www.frostytech.com/articleview.cfm?articleID=822
bassman
03-23-2003, 07:29 PM
Well, I'd go for the RAM if you have 256MB or less. If you have 256MB, can't you get 256MB and another, cheaper but still better, HSF? 60º is a bit...
stix_kua
03-24-2003, 05:07 PM
Originally posted by omega31
60C - load?

Startup...

i recently removed the thermal pad and slapped on some coolermaster paste and the startup emp has gone down but even without any load it has still reached 60C.
stix_kua
03-24-2003, 05:08 PM
Originally posted by bassman
Well, I'd go for the RAM if you have 256MB or less. If you have 256MB, can't you get 256MB and another, cheaper but still better, HSF? 60º is a bit...

yeah i have 256 and desperately want a 512 chip to add....I like the sound of 768 instead of just 512...
bassman
03-24-2003, 05:27 PM
Originally posted by stix_kua
I like the sound of 768 instead of just 512...
LOL
Me too :p
But won't 512MB fit your needs? It's your call on this matter...I'd be a little cautious on the temperature subject...
Aznmask
03-24-2003, 05:31 PM
Originally posted by stix_kua


Startup...

i recently removed the thermal pad and slapped on some coolermaster paste and the startup emp has gone down but even without any load it has still reached 60C.

60C you must spread too much paste or too less. Make sure you spread on the middle part not the whole CPU.. :D
bassman
03-24-2003, 05:41 PM
Aznmask is right, the thing isn't a sandwich you know :D :D :D :D


I'm so happy, my C project finally works!!! :)
stix_kua
03-24-2003, 07:27 PM
Originally posted by Aznmask


60C you must spread too much paste or too less. Make sure you spread on the middle part not the whole CPU.. :D

I'm not stoopid....I used the method recommended by Coolermaster and applied it by theri instruction...
_Mystical_Night
03-24-2003, 11:50 PM
RAM sounds like you need that more ... 256mb isnt that much so you could probly get a performance gain by running dual channel mode

that temp is really high tho :( , maybe you should add more fans or somthing to your case
Aznmask
03-25-2003, 07:35 AM
LoL should you save the $60 incase your CPU die? heh.. just j/k.. :D

But 60C really must have something wrong with your PC. Go think about it.. :eek:
stix_kua
03-25-2003, 09:30 AM
I think i'll wait till da end o da week to see if i get ma chek.

if it comes in time, i'll buy both