1GB RAM $19.99

[redls1]

Think they fixed it. I went there and it was $487.

[scourge]

Still $19.99 thru this link!
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.asp?Sku=695695%2D4&spagenum=3&category_id=2999&keyword=ECC+CL2&mnf=KINGSTON+TECHNOLOGY&prst=1&prend=50&mnfsku=&orderby=&SearchType= OR&customer_id=19&Pageb4Search=search&page=search%2Easp

[Richard_Cranium72]

That's a great deal for sure.

If I new of a way to get rid of some, I'd jump on it.

It is too bad that it is "Server" memory, with the ECC rating.

Also, getting WinX to see 1 gb of RAM is supposed to be somewhat of a task as I understand, even if it was NOT ECC RAM.

I'm gonna make some calls and see if I can move some..

thanks
DrVette

[gyoung]

Saw this at www.techbargains.com (http://www.techbargains.com) :

Dell Home (http://www.dell.com/us/en/dhs/default.htm?rpo=true) has in its Software & Accessories store, Kingston 1GB PC100 Registered DIMM memory for only $19.95 - 20%. $4 shipping. Search for 1GB PC100

Now I don't know what MOBO will accept 1GB ECC RAM, but I was thinking of buying one just to have a stick of 1GB of RAM!

Na, I'll keep my $20.

[TOAD6147]

"Sorry, Product was not found."
Either it was a typo and they fixed it or it's a bad link. Didn't Doc say it was almost impossible to cut and paste the link to a Dell page?

[Richard_Cranium72]

Well, I found the URL's at Dell to be as long as ones from Staples..

However, the link WAS good yesterday, I ordered 2 sticks just for giggles, now I'm sure to get an E-Mail about the typo.

That's fine, the 128 & 256 deals are enough for me.

Thanks for the effort though gyoung, keep your eyes open http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

[AnakiMana]

Yeah, Dell removed the link to that product after it sold out. I bought one and my roommate bought three!

DrVette: what makes it "server" memory?

AnakiMana

[Richard_Cranium72]

Two things make it "Server" memory

1. RAM in excess of 512mb does not always work in the WinX environment
2. ECC RAM is mainly designed for Servers->>


ECC Memory is Error Correction Control
A slower memory made for Servers, not for Home PC's

"Unlike parity checking, ECC will cause a slight slowdown in system operation." http://www.pcguide.com/ref/ram/errECC-c.html

"ECC memory was designed with the server environment in mind. It helps to insure Up-time on mission critical servers by minimizing the potential for errors as data is written in and out of memory." http://www.amamax.com/index.html

I'm NOT saying it cannot be MADE to work in the home PC, just the motherboard must support ECC/Parity checking & RAM in excess of 512mb

[AnakiMana]

Ok, but can't ECC be turned off?

[Richard_Cranium72]

I don't have a clue.

Perhaps you can ask the question in one of the other forums.

There are lots of people here who actually know about computer hardware http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

Me, I just search for deals, slam the components together and if they work, GREAT http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

[gyoung]

Me, I just search for deals, slam the components together and if they work, GREAT http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

LMAO! http://www.sysopt.com/forum/wink.gif

I wonder how many MOBOs will actually allow you to put 1GB in a DIMM slot? Will it recognize all of it or just some of it or none of it?

[This message has been edited by gyoung (edited 07-19-2001).]

[vintron]

ECC can be turned of in most mobos that support ECC.

BUT.... (that's a BIG BUT) http://www.sysopt.com/forum/wink.gif
........ onLY VERY VERY few mobos can support a single 1GB stick of memory.

[CptObvious]

If you look on Kingstons website....it stated that there are currently 5 or so boards out right now that support this board....plus its an x72 stick, not x64//so the Slots on this DIMM will not fit into a regular SDRAM slot...the cheapest MB that supports this ram is from SUPERMICRO and costs 489 on pricewatch...

I bought one and am going to EBAY it...if they honor the price...

[AnakiMana]

What does the x72 and x64 refer to?

AnakiMana

[Richard_Cranium72]

With so many doubts regarding the Memory, I was compelled to do a drastic thing.


"Hello,

Thank you for contacting Dell.

I apologize for the inconvenience. Your order has been canceled.


Thank you

John Hilsher http://accessories.us.dell.com/
512-723-4442
*** Please include all previous correspondence with any further questions
*** "

Thanks gyoung, good try http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

[Nighthawk]

x64 is standard memory and x72 is ECC.

It's bit width on the data bus.