168 or 128??

[blubomber]

Are DIMM memory sticks 128pin or 168pin? I thought that when DIMMs first came out they were 128pin and now they have moved to 168pin. What is the difference between the two besides the pin number?

[howste]

168 pins is correct. I've never heard of 128 pins.

[jad1097]

From www.whatis.com (http://www.whatis.com)

A DIMM (dual in-line memory module) is a double SIMM (single in-line memory module). Like a SIMM, it's a module containing one or several random access memory (RAM) chips on a small circuit board with pins that connect it to the computer motherboard. A SIMM typically has a 32 data bit (36 bits counting parity bits) path to the computer that requires a 72-pin connector. For synchronous dynamic RAM (SDRAM) chips, which have a 64 data bit connection to the computer, SIMMs must be installed in in-line pairs (since each supports a 32 bit path). A single DIMM can be used instead. A DIMM has a 168-pin connector and supports 64-bit data transfer. It is considered likely that future computers will standardize on the DIMM

[qball]

DOH, Dag nabbit!!!!

Who wants to buy a boatload of 128 pin DIMMS?

lol, http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif

[Goethe]

I do, It'llk work perfectly with my new floppy drive. I'll give you $100 for it.

[Goethe]

I do, It'llk work perfectly with my new floppy drive. I'll give you $100 for it. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif