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Hi. I've an old pc that's pretty slow now and as I can't afford a new PC at the moment, what to upgrade my ram from 256 to 512MB. Could anyone please tell me which RAM I need to buy as I'm comfused with all the different specs avialable. My pc detail from SIW are:

Memory Summary
Capacity 256 MBytes
Location System board or motherboard
Maximum Capacity 512 MBytes
Memory Slots 2
Error Correction None
Error Correction Capabilities None
Name Physical Memory Array
Use System memory
Maximum Memory Module Size 512 MBytes

Device Locator Slot 2
Capacity 256 MBytes
Memory Type DRAM DIMM SDRAM
Speed 60 ns
Data Width 32 bits
Form Factor DIMM
Total Width 32 bits
Type Detail Synchronous

Any help would be appreciated.
Many thanks,
Alley

Hi alley,

Welcome to PCHF.

Very few shops still sell this kind of RAM, but it looks like you have 1x256mb chip and 1 spare free slot? If so, your best bet is to take out your 256mb, take it down to your nearest computer shop, and say "Can I have another one of these please". If not, all the spec's, are here. You can but any RAM this is DRAM, DIMM or SDRAM. Needs to by 32bit, 60ns.

If you plan to buy online though use the crucial system scanner @ Memory upgrades, graphics cards, flash media, and usb storage at Crucial.com

Thanks for your replies, much appreciated. Looks like my system is too old, not even listed on the crucial system scanner! Might have to re-think getting a new tower. Thanks Again

try this crucial scanner instead it will actually scan your system to find out you dontneed to enter manufacturer Memory upgrades from Crucial.com - Determine My Memory Needs

Thanks Upgrader764. Did the crucial scanner but gets so far then comes up with "We found some data about your system, but we need additional feedback in order to recommend compatible parts."
Then asks for the manufacturer and model number in order to get further info, model number still not one listed though unfortunately, guess again that its just too old??