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Which Memory Module to get for Dell XPS 8700 i7 Intel processor
I want to upgrade my memory. 32Gig is my max. But... do I get four 8 Gig strips? or two 16 strips?
See graphic for memory hardware requirements.
Which brand do I get?
Here is the link:
https://www.cdw.com/shop/search/product-finders/memory-finder.aspx?pCurrent=3&pPage=1&pfck=ffededd1a0d34af0891637f7e00ad658
See graphic for memory hardware requirements.
Which brand do I get?
Here is the link:
https://www.cdw.com/shop/search/product-finders/memory-finder.aspx?pCurrent=3&pPage=1&pfck=ffededd1a0d34af0891637f7e00ad658
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I'm going to be using my pc for editing sound and video files.
And I'm unemployed and using credit cards to buy the memory. I don't mind spending extra but I really want it to be worth the extra money.
I'm going to be using my pc for editing sound and video files.
And I'm unemployed and using credit cards to buy the memory. I don't mind spending extra but I really want it to be worth the extra money.
the fewer modules you get is usually the better option, as in that case the memory bus is less likely to cause interference with the modules (ECC RAM would counter that problem). So I suggest getting 2 16GB Modules, provided you get some that are compatible with your PC.
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Here is the PDF describing my Dell XPS 8700 desktop.
If you tell me where to locate it, I can get you motherboard information.
xps-8700_Reference-Guide_en-us.pdf
If you tell me where to locate it, I can get you motherboard information.
xps-8700_Reference-Guide_en-us.pdf
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The standard DDR3 voltage is 1.5v, but many systems can use the lower-voltage 1.35v modules, which will run a bit cooler and consume less power. Either choice is fine.
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Thanks for the tip on voltage too!
I recommend Crucial Ram as I have always had good luck with that brand and they have a good warranty as well.
RAM speed also plays a part in this as well. I like to spread the RAM out so my first thought would be to get (4) 8GB sticks. However if you get a faster speed RAM the (2) 16GB works as well. Think of RAM like a highway, the more "Lanes" you have the more traffic can go through. Spreading the RAM over all 4 channels may give you a little better performance than 2 sticks.