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Identifyimg RAM
How do I identify a SIMM or DIMM just by looking at it?
A DIMM will be MUCH larger that a SIMM. A SIMM is usually 3-4 inches long and 3/4 to 1 inch in height.
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I am aware of the difference between modules, I need to know how to identify the size and type.
To do this correctly you would need the lettering and numbering
system from each Ram manufaturer, in order to identify
the memory size, type and speed of each chip.
system from each Ram manufaturer, in order to identify
the memory size, type and speed of each chip.
EASY -
A SIMM will have a row of chips on only one side of it hence SINGLE IN-LINE MEMORY MODULE
A DIMM will have a row of chips on both sides of it hence DUAL IN-LINE MEMORY MODULE.
As far as FAST PAGE, EDO, DRAM, SDRAM, SGRAM, etc. that's a little bit trickier.
Fast Page and EDO are small, 30 or 72 pin modules whereas DRAM and SDRAM are 168 pin modules.
A SIMM will have a row of chips on only one side of it hence SINGLE IN-LINE MEMORY MODULE
A DIMM will have a row of chips on both sides of it hence DUAL IN-LINE MEMORY MODULE.
As far as FAST PAGE, EDO, DRAM, SDRAM, SGRAM, etc. that's a little bit trickier.
Fast Page and EDO are small, 30 or 72 pin modules whereas DRAM and SDRAM are 168 pin modules.
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thanks.... looks like i have a long and boring job on my hands...