Question on upgrading RAM (Can I just buy 2 more of the ones which I previously bought and slot them in?)

[mechwr]

Hi all,

Previously I purchased G.Skill RipjawsX 2133MHz 8GB(2x4GB) but in recent times my computer is in need of more RAM. If I purchase the same set again, would it work and add towards my total ram (total of 16gb after)? Is there anything else I should consider?

Now here are some extra questions regarding RAM:
1. If I purchase say a singular ripjaw(1600MHz) and a singular ripjaw(2133)MHz, will this have any adverse effects?
2. How about different brands or MHz together in the same PC, will this have any adverse effects?

Thanks!

 

[Tradesman1]

ANY time you mix DRAM from different packages, it can be and often is problematic - even getting two of the exact same set at the same time - Packaged DRAM is sold in a variey of sets to fulfill anyones needs and the sticks in a given package are guaranteed to play together as they have been tested to do so

 

[ronintexas]

Same make/model (exact match) is the best bet.

If you purchase multiple speeds, ALL of the RAM will run at the slower speed.

Theoretically, the brand of the RAM doesn't matter if all the settings are the same (not just frequency - but the timing settings).

If you get RAM that has different timing settings - be prepared for problems (if it works at all).

Even with the almost exact matches, it makes me nervous. I typically buy the RAM as a single purchase just for piece of mind, and I save the old ones for upgrades or a new build later. Of course, over time, some of the RAM (remember those 1MB modules - LOL) have either been thrown out or recycled....

 

[mechwr]

Thanks for the answers guys, looks like I'm going to have to purchase a fresh 16gb set and sell the old ones.

 

[Tradesman1]

Let us know how it goes 😉