G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9D-8GBXL w/ Free 4GB flash drive $50

[Selma]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231428

[brisar]

Newegg (http://slickdeals.net/?pno=56220&lno=1&afsrc=1) has 8GB (2x4GB) G.Skill Ripjaws X Series DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory + 4GB Kingston DataTraveler 101 Gen 2 USB 2.0 Flash Drive (added automatically in cart) for $49.99 with free shipping. Thanks Selma

[wikipost]

:lol:

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$1.99 Filler, pretty usefull
maxell 4.7GB 2X DVD-RW Single Jewel Case Disc Model
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817287038

[phinominal]

How are you so fast at this ?!?!?! I was just about this post this >_<

[phiyuku]

How are you so fast at this ?!?!?! I was just about this post this >_<

She's a robot.

[this2makeulaugh]

dang, I bought this for $64 last time and now it's $49.99

Should I buy another 8GB to make it a total of 16GB? hmmm, tempting.

Also, does anyone know if it works like that? I've read somewhere that it's bad to buy 2 separate [2X4GB] Rams and combine them together. I don't know if it's true or not. Any help would be appreciated !

If it helps: My motherboard is this
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128502

Thanks !

[phiyuku]

http://www.newegg.com/Special/ShellShocker.aspx?cm_sp=ShellShocker-_-20-139-108-_-03162011

How do you get the 4GB Flash Drive...
NVM flash drive didn't add first time around it did second time around. They probably just fixed it over at neweggs side though shell shocker doesn't mention anything about a flash drive.

[Selma]

She's a robot.

No I'm not. I've just been doing this for years

[phiyuku]

dang, I bought this for $64 last time and now it's $49.99

Should I buy another 8GB to make it a total of 16GB? hmmm, tempting.

Also, does anyone know if it works like that? I've read somewhere that it's bad to buy 2 separate [2X4GB] Rams and combine them together. I don't know if it's true or not. Any help would be appreciated !

If it helps: My motherboard is this
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128502

Thanks !

You just said it is the same? Well RAM can mix and match. As far as the RAM is the same for the dual lanes it shouldn't matter. If you look at your motherboard there should be a blue slot and white slot. Just make sure you stick the 2 same ones in the 2 same colors. If you haven't done that already you should do that anyway. You could also mix and match for the same lanes but something might go wrong and if it doesn't the faster ram takes the properties of the slower one.

Changed blue to colored since different motherboard different colors.

[phinominal]

You just said it is the same? Well RAM can mix and match. As far as the RAM is the same for the dual lanes it shouldn't matter. If you look at your motherboard there should be a blue slot and white slot. Just make sure you stick the 2 same ones in the 2 same colors. If you haven't done that already you should do that anyway. You could also mix and match for the same lanes but something might go wrong and if it doesn't the faster ram takes the properties of the slower one.

Changed blue to colored since different motherboard different colors.

^^ what he said....


Don't forget, for future references, you gotta make sure the frequencies and timing are the same.

[this2makeulaugh]

You just said it is the same? Well RAM can mix and match. As far as the RAM is the same for the dual lanes it shouldn't matter. If you look at your motherboard there should be a blue slot and white slot. Just make sure you stick the 2 same ones in the 2 same colors. If you haven't done that already you should do that anyway. You could also mix and match for the same lanes but something might go wrong and if it doesn't the faster ram takes the properties of the slower one.

Changed blue to colored since different motherboard different colors.

Thanks. I think my main concern was: I didn't want the motherboard to be running at two different speeds and screwing things up. But like you said, it's the same RAM with the same speed, CAS, blah blah blah. (Or in better words, the SAME RAM)

I was just confused when I kept reading about people saying you shouldn't buy 2 [2X4GB] to make it 16GB total

[aznsniper911]

Thanks. I think my main concern was: I didn't want the motherboard to be running at two different speeds and screwing things up. But like you said, it's the same RAM with the same speed, CAS, blah blah blah. (Or in better words, the SAME RAM)

I was just confused when I kept reading about people saying you shouldn't buy 2 [2X4GB] to make it 16GB total
The reason for this is not about the memory module not working together but the stress the memory controller has when doing this. You might have to mess with it more depending on the hardware you are using.

[this2makeulaugh]

Dear Customer

If you need 16GB, you should purchase a 16GB kit. This 8GB kit is only guaranteed to operate 8GB on a single system. You can try to match with another kit, but we can not guarantee it since they were not tested in that configuration out of factory. So if you choose to purchase multiple kits, then you should know that you are taking a chance for this type of problem.

The only solutions are to try two new kits, or exchange for a 16GB kit. There is no tweaking or help we can offer that would stabilize your system. With a 16GB kit, you should have no issues as they are pre-matched and guaranteed to work together. For all further questions or issues, please feel free to contact us directly.

Thank you
GSKILL SUPPORT

Quality and customer service are our top priorities.



I just read that in a newegg review. I think that's why I'm scared / confused and asked that question.

[WhatsYoFlava]

I don't see no flash drive...

[aznsniper911]

I don't see no flash drive...
It shows up when you add the ram to your cart.

Dear Customer

If you need 16GB, you should purchase a 16GB kit. This 8GB kit is only guaranteed to operate 8GB on a single system. You can try to match with another kit, but we can not guarantee it since they were not tested in that configuration out of factory. So if you choose to purchase multiple kits, then you should know that you are taking a chance for this type of problem.

The only solutions are to try two new kits, or exchange for a 16GB kit. There is no tweaking or help we can offer that would stabilize your system. With a 16GB kit, you should have no issues as they are pre-matched and guaranteed to work together. For all further questions or issues, please feel free to contact us directly.

Thank you
GSKILL SUPPORT

Quality and customer service are our top priorities.

I just read that in a newegg review. I think that's why I'm scared / confused
They are not going to guarantee it because of the variables involved especially with 4x4GB setup.

[phiyuku]

No I'm not. I've just been doing this for years

Then you don't sleep much since you post deals all day round. In which case, Thank You for staying up all day to find us great deals =)

[WhatsYoFlava]

It shows up when you add the ram to your cart.


They are not going to guarantee it because of the variables involved especially with 4x4GB setup.Wow... did I really miss that lol? :shake:

[aznsniper911]

Wow... did I really miss that lol? :shake:
I missed it the first time around also but when I added the ram to my cart, I realized that the flash drive added automatically to the cart also.

[phiyuku]

Dear Customer

If you need 16GB, you should purchase a 16GB kit. This 8GB kit is only guaranteed to operate 8GB on a single system. You can try to match with another kit, but we can not guarantee it since they were not tested in that configuration out of factory. So if you choose to purchase multiple kits, then you should know that you are taking a chance for this type of problem.

The only solutions are to try two new kits, or exchange for a 16GB kit. There is no tweaking or help we can offer that would stabilize your system. With a 16GB kit, you should have no issues as they are pre-matched and guaranteed to work together. For all further questions or issues, please feel free to contact us directly.

Thank you
GSKILL SUPPORT

Quality and customer service are our top priorities.



I just read that in a newegg review. I think that's why I'm scared / confused and asked that question.

I think this is just PR stuff. The reason for this I can think of is because if RAM is faulty you can get constant BSOD and they have no idea which RAM is doing it. With a 16GB kit they know all the variable so if you do get a BSOD it is definitely their fault while in the other situation they have no idea who should take the blame.

[aznsniper911]

I think this is just PR stuff. The reason for this I can think of is because if RAM is faulty you can get constant BSOD and they have no idea which RAM is doing it. With a 16GB kit they know all the variable so if you do get a BSOD it is definitely their fault while in the other situation they have no idea who should take the blame.
I know from first hand experience that having all the memory slots filled with a 2600k can require more tweaking then a normal person would do.

[WhatsYoFlava]

I missed it the first time around also but when I added the ram to my cart, I realized that the flash drive added automatically to the cart also.Don't they usually have you check this box to include the free item on the product page? At least from what I can recall...

[aznsniper911]

Don't they usually have you check this box to include the free item on the product page? At least from what I can recall...
I remember in previous deals they would have the words "Free USB drive" or something similar to that. Then you would have to add the item and the free usb drive would be added automatically.

[this2makeulaugh]

I think this is just PR stuff. The reason for this I can think of is because if RAM is faulty you can get constant BSOD and they have no idea which RAM is doing it. With a 16GB kit they know all the variable so if you do get a BSOD it is definitely their fault while in the other situation they have no idea who should take the blame.

You know, I thought that too. But when I read the review from someone, they wrote that they did a MEMTEST on each RAM and all were in working order. They wrote that their MOBO couldn't handle 16GB total, but when I looked up their motherboard details (They wrote what motherboard they had) , newegg specs said that the maximum number was 16GB.

I just have no idea . haha

[aznsniper911]

You know, I thought that too. But when I read the review from someone, they wrote that they did a MEMTEST on each RAM and all were in working order. They wrote that their MOBO couldn't handle 16GB total, but when I looked up their motherboard details (They wrote what motherboard they had) , newegg specs said that the maximum number was 16GB.

I just have no idea . haha
If you have current Sandy Bridge it is going to be slightly better then previous generation for memory overclocking/tweaking but it is still a hard work with all memory slots filled with 4GB. What makes this really annoying is the fact the memory controller is in CPU and everyone loves to overclock the CPU.

[Artymonn]

No I'm not. I've just been doing this for years
Selma lives online like TRON.Does she have a Light Cycle??? You'll have to ask her !!

[Chocobo]

Just bought some of this G.SKILL RAM (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231422) last week. Is there any sensible reason for me to get in on this deal and sell the RAM I just received in the mail?

[phiyuku]

Just bought some of this G.SKILL RAM (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231422) last week. Is there any sensible reason for me to get in on this deal and sell the RAM I just received in the mail?

Well the RAM in this thread is a much better RAM in my opinion. Yours is DDR3 1333 and the one here is 1600 and yours is bare and this one has a heat spreader. But honestly the sensible thing to do is ask yourself if everything is working as fast as you would like it. If the answer is yes than keep your RAM, if the answer is No keep your RAM and buy this one and just add it on and hopefully it works because honestly from what I have seen size matters first which means 8GB or 4GB or whatever then its a toss up between CAS and Speed and I usually go for the low CAS just due to them usually being higher quality.

[aznsniper911]

Well the RAM in this thread is a much better RAM in my opinion. Yours is DDR3 1333 and the one here is 1600 and yours is bare and this one has a heat spreader. But honestly the sensible thing to do is ask yourself if everything is working as fast as you would like it. If the answer is yes than keep your RAM, if the answer is No keep your RAM and buy this one and just add it on and hopefully it works because honestly from what I have seen size matters first which means 8GB or 4GB or whatever then its a toss up between CAS and Speed and I usually go for the low CAS just due to them usually being higher quality.
To add onto this a little more, even though the memory in this thread is faster most people do not feel the difference in speeds or timming. Most of the difference come when you are running benchmarks or looking for a reason to find a difference.

[phiyuku]

To add onto this a little more, even though the memory in this thread is faster most people do not feel the difference in speeds or timming. Most of the difference come when you are running benchmarks or looking for a reason to find a difference.

Which is why I said it is the size that really matters. Can't believe I just said that. Now I feel sad =(.

[aznsniper911]

Which is why I said it is the size that really matters. Can't believe I just said that. Now I feel sad =(.
:) Well when I was reading your post it didn't seem that way. Also people should try to find the memory IC instead of speed and timming. Much more valuable information. Then again that is for people who only really care about memory.

[phiyuku]

Just bought some of this G.SKILL RAM (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231422) last week. Is there any sensible reason for me to get in on this deal and sell the RAM I just received in the mail?

Hmm just noticed you ram was 55 dollars any chance you can return it? Cause this is cheaper and you get a 4GB flash drive and overall better. If you haven't opened the UPS box you can even just return to sender and Newegg will accept it.

[zeth006]

No I'm not. I've just been doing this for years

The robot speaks! :omg:

[198four]

Artificial intelligence

[doco]

so is there a reason why g.skill ram goes on sale way more than the other brands on newegg?

[jd990]

I know from first hand experience that having all the memory slots filled with a 2600k can require more tweaking then a normal person would do.


What did you have to do to get the 16 gig of memory working??
I'm not having much luck at all getting 16 gig running on my Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3/2500k combo. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
jd990

[GuitsBoy]

G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9D-8GBXL

Great deal on this stuff, it just keeps going lower and lower. This deal comes with a free Kingston DataTraveler 4GB USB thumb drive too.

General specs: 9-9-9-24 1600MHz 2x4GB 1.5v

$49.99 with free shipping, or add a small item (1 cent) and get it for 39.99 if you can use the new customer coupon: NEWCUSTOMER10
(usually takes a few minutes after creating a new account for the coupon to become active)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231428

[nolf66]

This is such a good deal and a free 4gb flash drive also. I paid $67 without a free flash drive. I jumped way to early on the ram this time.

Only question now is, will it go lower.....

[ashchait]

additional Bonus --> you get a free 4GB FlashDrive for each set,
I got 2 Sets & got 2 Free Flash Drives

[GuitsBoy]

additional Bonus --> you get a free 4GB FlashDrive for each set,
I got 2 Sets & got 2 Free Flash Drives
Thank you! I forgot to add this!

Edit: before I realized how late to the game I was. :)

[BigDubbe]

I need a one cent filler, or the lowest filler.

[Neo42]

I know from first hand experience that having all the memory slots filled with a 2600k can require more tweaking then a normal person would do.

+1 I had to bump voltage up on otherwise solid ram when using in 4x4GB

[Neo42]

What did you have to do to get the 16 gig of memory working??
I'm not having much luck at all getting 16 gig running on my Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3/2500k combo. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
jd990

See my last post. I am running at 1.57/1.2vish on the ram. This is on a z68x-ud3h-b3. Basically I just set the ram to the special extreme profile (or whatever it's called), that bumps the 1.0V to 1.2V. My ram (Corsair) was supposed to be good to go runn 1600mhz with that setting but would barely make it past post. After bumping the DDR3 voltage from 1.5 to 1.57, everything is fine.

[flat_rhino]

Awesome awesome. Just got that Vostro 460 deal and skipped the $60 2gb upgrade. $50 and I get quadruple the memory plus a flash drive. Thanks OP!

[caseclosed]

so is there a reason why g.skill ram goes on sale way more than the other brands on newegg?
from trend, I say they go on sale first and rest will follow in a week or so :)

[nissan5788]

Nice deal...got the memory + USB + 2GB SD card for $45 w/the new customer code. I cancelled my other order for $45 I placed last night for just the 8gb memory.

[Hardwyre]

How are you so fast at this ?!?!?! I was just about this post this >_<
She's a robot who claims she's not a robot; which is partially true, because when she's actually replying, she's one of the several dozen users who post deals under the Selma account.

I really can't figure out why they bother trying to pretend she's some individual user; guess it helps to keep up the SD mystique.

[weeedin]

For those looking for a filler item to use NEWCUSTOMER10, this is the cheapest thing with free shipping I could find...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA02V01K4210

40 cents aint bad

In for one set, $40.38

[tenken]

they credited me the difference for my last order when this was 10$ more:

10:05:19 : William has joined this session!

10:05:19 : Connected with William. Your reference number for this chat session is 2829100.

10:05:19 : Hello my name is William. How may I help you today?

10:05:25 : me: hi

10:05:39 : William: Hi! Thank you for contacting us. How can I help you today?

10:05:55 : me: i purchased this less than 30 days ago 1 x ($59.99) MEM 4Gx2|G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-8GBXL $59.99

10:06:02 : me: i notice today it's on sale for 49.99

10:06:09 : me: i would like to get a price match/refund for the difference

10:06:29 : me: if that's not possible perhaps i could return the item and place the order again with the lower price

10:06:59 : William: I would be glad to assist you with that... Can you please give me one moment while I look into this for you?

10:07:22 : me: of course

10:08:14 : William: Thank you for holding. Unfortunately, we do not offer any sort of price protection. Due to the constant fluctuation of prices in this industry, the cost of our inventory is changing regularly. Items costs on our website reflect this, as they are adjusted in real time. Our product pricing is determined by our Marketing and Purchasing departments collaboratively. However we are willing to make a one time exception and I have requested a credit in the amount of $10 as the price drop to be issued back to your method of payment. Please allow 3-5 business days for the funds to be posted into your account.

10:08:43 : me: thank you for your help

[trulaker9]

In for one for $43.00. Repped

[PFX7]

Better deal ---> http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3170238

8GB (2x4GB) Kingston HyperX Blu DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory $26 after $30 rebate
HyperX blu 8GB DDR3-1600 (PC3-12800) CL9 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit (Two 4GB Memory Modules) $19.99 AR @ Microcenter

[fyu]

Better deal ---> http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3170238

8GB (2x4GB) Kingston HyperX Blu DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory $26 after $30 rebate
HyperX blu 8GB DDR3-1600 (PC3-12800) CL9 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit (Two 4GB Memory Modules) $19.99 AR @ Microcenter

this is 1.5v not 1.65v

[qwertykop]

1.5V (this) >>>> 1.65V and rebate (yours)

Better deal ---> http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3170238

8GB (2x4GB) Kingston HyperX Blu DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory $26 after $30 rebate
HyperX blu 8GB DDR3-1600 (PC3-12800) CL9 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit (Two 4GB Memory Modules) $19.99 AR @ Microcenter

[rainaway]

Although you've entered a valid promo code NEWCUSTOMER10, your order does not currently meet the code's usage criteria.

try one more time...

[bugbuster]

Better deal ---> http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3170238

8GB (2x4GB) Kingston HyperX Blu DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory $26 after $30 rebate
HyperX blu 8GB DDR3-1600 (PC3-12800) CL9 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit (Two 4GB Memory Modules) $19.99 AR @ Microcenter

But keep in mind that this ram will NOT match with many other sets of ram. Voltages matter.

[twodave]

Can anyone tell me if this will work in a tri-channel setup (6x4GB)? I have this motherboard:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130227

[PFX7]

this is 1.5v not 1.65v
1.5V (this) >>>> 1.65V and rebate (yours)

Works for me :D

[Turdworm]

Is selma really a bot?

[JayFx2]

For those looking for a filler item to use NEWCUSTOMER10, this is the cheapest thing with free shipping I could find...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA02V01K4210

40 cents aint bad

In for one set, $40.38


Thanks I actually used your link to make it $40.38. Was trying to find something cheap but didn't wanna risk it being sold out. Great deal.

[rainaway]

Thanks I actually used your link to make it $40.38. Was trying to find something cheap but didn't wanna risk it being sold out. Great deal.

Same feel....buy first, think second

[this2makeulaugh]

+1 I had to bump voltage up on otherwise solid ram when using in 4x4GB

I have a 2500k and currently have 8GB of RAM. Can I just do what you did to make sure all 16GB (4X4GB) work with no problem?

[SlickDealzYo]

No I'm not. I've just been doing this for years

No, you are a robot.





:D

[dealhunter9]

For those looking for a filler item to use NEWCUSTOMER10, this is the cheapest thing with free shipping I could find...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA02V01K4210

40 cents aint bad

In for one set, $40.38

Thanks weeedin for your filler tip..got the kit for $40.38

Thanks Selma!

[suspendinlight]

Nice! Ordered some even though I don't have a new PC to put it in...yet

[JayFx2]

Same feel....buy first, think second

I agree buy first think later and I wasn't thinking when I bought the patriot 8GB ram for $33 after rebate. Now I am stuck with that and was going to return to newegg but the restocking fee and shipping killed it for me, so Ive just going to sell it off from Craigslist instead lol

[rainaway]

I agree buy first think later and I wasn't thinking when I bought the patriot 8GB ram for $33 after rebate. Now I am stuck with that and was going to return to newegg but the restocking fee and shipping killed it for me, so Ive just going to sell it off from Craigslist instead lol
especially it is a frontage deal.

[z9z91]

Bought 2 sets. Then I made new account and try to buy 2 more sets but order cancelled due to limit (3)! :(
How would they know this? I made an entirely new account!

[dflores88]

thnx!

[Neo42]

Is selma really a bot?

No it's a moderator shared account from my understanding.

[Neo42]

I have a 2500k and currently have 8GB of RAM. Can I just do what you did to make sure all 16GB (4X4GB) work with no problem?

I can't promise you that anything will work. I can only say that the Corsair ram I have ran fine when I used only 2 at a time (any combo) at the rated spec (1.5v/1.2v), but when I filled up all the slots I ended up having to bump 1.5 to 1.57. Of course YMMV, depending on the type of ram and the motherboard.

2500k, gigabyte z68x-ud3h-b3, 4x4GB corsair 1600 DDR3

[z9z91]

49c filler for those who needs it.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA02V01J1790

[DarnCrazy]

Wow this ram keeps getting cheaper and cheaper. I bought a set of this and the Gskill sniper 1600 2x4gb for 130 after tax and thought that was an amazing deal. Now it's 20 bucks cheaper. I'm simply amazed.

FYI, you can probably get away with buying two of these sets and not have any issue. You may need to bump the voltage a little, but I didn't need to, worked fine right out of the box with no tweaks other than enabling xmp profile for intel 1155 socket motherboards.

Also using 2500k with a gigabyte z68x-ud3h-b3

[hadoken]

In for 2. Ram just keeps getting cheaper and cheaper. Next week we'll see the for $39.99 shipped.

[this2makeulaugh]

I can't promise you that anything will work. I can only say that the Corsair ram I have ran fine when I used only 2 at a time (any combo) at the rated spec (1.5v/1.2v), but when I filled up all the slots I ended up having to bump 1.5 to 1.57. Of course YMMV, depending on the type of ram and the motherboard.

2500k, gigabyte z68x-ud3h-b3, 4x4GB corsair 1600 DDR3

hmm, thanks. I guess I'll contact G.Skill and see what they said. I'm running a gigabyte mobo but not the same one.

I'm using GIGABYTE z68A-d3h-b3

[xBEARx]

I am not good with RAMs, but I need some new ones. I have a Dell Inspiron 530 can I used these rams?

[suspendinlight]

I am not good with RAMs, but I need some new ones. I have a Dell Inspiron 530 can I used these rams?
No, they take DDR2 according to the user manual.

[BigDubbe]

I am not good with RAMs, but I need some new ones. I have a Dell Inspiron 530 can I used these rams?

Nope you need DDR2.

[jjmai]

how is this different from the standard ripjaws F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231314

[spacedust]

Thanks OP. in for 1

[gamepla]

I am a tech and I realize most people don't need more than 3GB of memory as of now, but I saw people buying computer 4gb, 8gb and even 16gb memory, 24gb memory to watch movies, not so smart.:lol:

Oh well, I guess even in recession people still have lots of spare money.

[z9z91]

I am a tech and I realize most people don't need more than 3GB of memory as of now, but I saw people buying computer 4gb, 8gb and even 16gb memory, 24gb memory to watch movies, not so smart.:lol:

Oh well, I guess even in recession people still have lots of spare money.
What kind of tech are you? Do you use your computer to play solitaire?
And sure, you don't need more than 3GB because you use 32bit Windows. You would be a fool to install 24GB of ram and run 32bit Windows. :eek:

[jjmai]

I am a tech and I realize most people don't need more than 3GB of memory as of now, but I saw people buying computer 4gb, 8gb and even 16gb memory, 24gb memory to watch movies, not so smart.:lol:

Oh well, I guess even in recession people still have lots of spare money.

the keyword is "right now". People are probably spooked by the DDR2 price spike last year, so stocking up on DDR3 for the future. Besides, the empty slots on the mobo just beckon to be filled.

[gamepla]

What kind of tech are you? Do you use your computer to play solitaire?
And sure, you don't need more than 3GB because you use 32bit Windows. You would be a fool to install 24GB of ram and run 32bit Windows. :eek:
You think I don't know that? not many of my customer actually play games, they mostly do word, IE, thats it.

and solitaire? how much memory is that going to burn.

[wassabe]

I am a tech and I realize most people don't need more than 3GB of memory as of now, but I saw people buying computer 4gb, 8gb and even 16gb memory, 24gb memory to watch movies, not so smart.:lol:

Oh well, I guess even in recession people still have lots of spare money.

I think some of the people have valid reasons for 4gb+ of memory then some just want to future proof but others is looking to stock up on cheap memory and profit when the price start to go up, just like what happened to DDR2 prices, but at this particular price its not so good especially when Dram market are still declining.

I agree, majority of the people do not need more then 3gb even years down the road, for people that want to make money off Ram's this time around it might be a different case then DDR2's as most OEM machine are shipping with 3gb+ of memories and DDR4 is no where close being released, its gona be a long while before we see any kind of spike for DDR3's as compared to DDR2's, just my opinion.

[aznsniper911]

hmm, thanks. I guess I'll contact G.Skill and see what they said. I'm running a gigabyte mobo but not the same one.

I'm using GIGABYTE z68A-d3h-b3
You might want to increase vrm frequency

[Heim]

Funny how Newegg just had this same 8GB of ram + flashdrive for $30 in a combo with an $80 1115-Z68 Gigabyte motherboard (currently $100) and nobody cared.

[psychopete]

I just ordered this a few days for $50 shipped
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=20-231-402&SortField=0&SummaryType=0&Pagesize=10&PurchaseMark=&SelectedRating=-1&VideoOnlyMark=False&VendorMark=&IsFeedbackTab=true&Page=4#scrollFullInfo

RAM timings confuse me, would this deal be worth it over the one I grabbed?
DDR3 1333 with 7-7-7-21 timing vs DDR3 1600 with 9-9-9-24 timings

It's for an i5 2500k build with GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 mobo

[DL_]

Darn, I bought a set of 16GB a month back for around 150.

[jd990]

Thanks for the suggestions, I've increased QPI//Vtt to from 1.050 to 1.220 and the DRAM voltage from 1.50 to 1.640. And prime95 errors out within 5 min of starting the blend test. If I leave just one set of memory in it runs prime95 fine all day long at 4.4 ghz. Getting 16 gig of RAM running in this 2500k/Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 combo has been quite maddening. I've even tried other memory with no luck. Do I dare raise voltages any further??

Thanks Again,
jd990

[gotojanoo]

I just ordered this a few days for $50 shipped
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=20-231-402&SortField=0&SummaryType=0&Pagesize=10&PurchaseMark=&SelectedRating=-1&VideoOnlyMark=False&VendorMark=&IsFeedbackTab=true&Page=4#scrollFullInfo

RAM timings confuse me, would this deal be worth it over the one I grabbed?
DDR3 1333 with 7-7-7-21 timing vs DDR3 1600 with 9-9-9-24 timings

It's for an i5 2500k build with GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 mobo

Hi i was wondering about yr combo i5 2500k build with GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 mobo
,Is it hackintosh compatible for osx lion?

[this2makeulaugh]

You might want to increase vrm frequency

I just received an email back from G.Skill support and they wrote this

Dear Customer

You can try it, and generally it does work, but there are rare cases that two kits may not work well together. We can not guarantee it since they were not tested together at factory.

Thank you
GSKILL SUPPORT

[aznsniper911]

I just received an email back from G.Skill support and they wrote this

Dear Customer

You can try it, and generally it does work, but there are rare cases that two kits may not work well together. We can not guarantee it since they were not tested together at factory.

Thank you
GSKILL SUPPORT
Well they are right that there are rare occurrences where two kits may not work together. Tweak vrm frequency first and see what happens

[whittbullard]

For those looking for a filler item to use NEWCUSTOMER10, this is the cheapest thing with free shipping I could find...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA02V01K4210

40 cents aint bad

In for one set, $40.38

looks like the filler got taken down :mad:

I am wondering if I should get two of these sets for $90 or get a set of matched 4x4GB Corsair Vengeance 1600 at Fry's for $100

[joeH1974]

Ok...I purchased 8GB of GSkill Ripjaws back in January for my 2500k build:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231314

I can't see much difference between my Ripjaws and the Ripjaws X that this deal is advertising...

Can anyone see why the two sets wouldn't work?

[mintcond40]

I just got my Dell Vostro I7 4GB ram yesterday. Can I buy this memory and use it with the 4GB so I would have 12GB?
Thanks

[enzolt]

Ok...I purchased 8GB of GSkill Ripjaws back in January for my 2500k build:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231314

I can't see much difference between my Ripjaws and the Ripjaws X that this deal is advertising...

Can anyone see why the two sets wouldn't work?

I think the only difference is the heatsink that is used. Im pretty there are differences in the type of mos chip they used but looks to be the same in terms of specs listed.

I dont see why it wouldn't work. Ive ran different kits of ram at the same time before and I never had a problem. Corsair's mixed with some crucials, a-data's, g skill's etc.



I just got my Dell Vostro I7 4GB ram yesterday. Can I buy this memory and use it with the 4GB so I would have 12GB?
Thanks

edit: oops read it wrong :lol:
Link to specs to the Vostro you bought? Since its an i7 that came with 4gb ram, I would say yes it should work but just want to make sure.

[samuraiX20]

looks like the filler got taken down :mad:

I am wondering if I should get two of these sets for $90 or get a set of matched 4x4GB Corsair Vengeance 1600 at Fry's for $100

For Frys, you got consider waiting for your rebate card to come back; for NewEgg, you're getting 2 free flash drives.

I could have jumped on this but I already send in the rebate for my Corsair Vengeance 2 x 4gb just two days so I can't return it.

[bball0076]

bought two

[this2makeulaugh]

Well they are right that there are rare occurrences where two kits may not work together. Tweak vrm frequency first and see what happens

Well, I guess the odds of it not working is pretty slim so I think I'll pull the trigger on this and buy another set of 8GB ram to make it a total of 16GB.

We'll see what happens. Hopefully everything will work out fine, and not much tweaking involved.

[dubleo]

Well, I guess the odds of it not working is pretty slim so I think I'll pull the trigger on this and buy another set of 8GB ram to make it a total of 16GB.

We'll see what happens. Hopefully everything will work out fine, and not much tweaking involved.

I'm using a Corsair A70 cooler so I might be able to use only 3 of the 4 RAM slots.
If you plan to get a big CPU cooler , you may not be able to use all 4 slots.

[Jerrycobra]

should i return the patriot deal for these bad boys? lol but i don't think 1600 speed will make much of a difference anyways for my build

[B0bert]

Can someone post up some more fillers .99 cents or less. The ones previously linked seemed to have disappeared.

[lzpoof]

^^ what he said....


Don't forget, for future references, you gotta make sure the frequencies and timing are the same.

you forgot the most important I think .... voltage. There's 1.5 and 1.65 generally for these. While you might be able to just lower timings enough to make all modules happy, the voltage can be a problem. From reviews I've seen, some 1.3v and 1.5v ram doesn't like upping the voltage much and I'd guess most 1.65V RAM won't like going down to 1.5V..... assuming your board even has RAM voltage adjustment. You can mess with the frequency and timings and it might make it play nice at other voltages but who knows.

[mintcond40]

I think the only difference is the heatsink that is used. Im pretty there are differences in the type of mos chip they used but looks to be the same in terms of specs listed.

I dont see why it wouldn't work. Ive ran different kits of ram at the same time before and I never had a problem. Corsair's mixed with some crucials, a-data's, g skill's etc.





edit: oops read it wrong :lol:
Link to specs to the Vostro you bought? Since its an i7 that came with 4gb ram, I would say yes it should work but just want to make sure.

enzolt, Thanks for your help.

Vostro specs:
Vostro 460 Mini Tower
Sandy Bridge i7-2600 Vostro
4GB Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM 1333MHz - 2DIMMs Vostro
Intel HD Graphics 2000 Vostro
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit Service Pack 1
1TB Serial ATA 2 Hard Drive 7200 RPM

[enzolt]

enzolt, Thanks for your help.

Vostro specs:
Vostro 460 Mini Tower
Sandy Bridge i7-2600 Vostro
4GB Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM 1333MHz - 2DIMMs Vostro
Intel HD Graphics 2000 Vostro
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit Service Pack 1
1TB Serial ATA 2 Hard Drive 7200 RPM

H67 supports up to 1333MHz ram. This ram is 1600MHz. Seems like in order to run 1600MHz, overclocking is needed. HOWEVER, this should run in your desktop in 1333MHz speed instead of 1600MHz.

Since your computer already has 1333MHz ram, some might say it could cause stability issues but since this kit is rated for 1600MHz, it should work in 1333MHz just fine.

[mcdull]

in for 2, thanks op

[bball0076]

Does anybody know if this ram will fit if i was to get a Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus

[jjmai]

Does anybody know if this ram will fit if i was to get a Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus

I know the last gen Ripjaws barely fit. I had to raise the fan up on Hyper212 by about 1/3 inch.

[aznsniper911]

I'm using a Corsair A70 cooler so I might be able to use only 3 of the 4 RAM slots.
If you plan to get a big CPU cooler , you may not be able to use all 4 slots.
Actually this depends a lot on the motherboard. The P8P67 and the P8P67 Deluxe boards that I own have different spacings with the P8P67 Deluxe being further.
http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/tt32/aznpotpie/Sandy%20Bridge%20Computer/DSC_0140.jpg
That's how it looks on a P8P67 Vanilla.

you forgot the most important I think .... voltage. There's 1.5 and 1.65 generally for these. While you might be able to just lower timings enough to make all modules happy, the voltage can be a problem. From reviews I've seen, some 1.3v and 1.5v ram doesn't like upping the voltage much and I'd guess most 1.65V RAM won't like going down to 1.5V..... assuming your board even has RAM voltage adjustment. You can mess with the frequency and timings and it might make it play nice at other voltages but who knows.
This varies by memory chip and batch you get. However if your using straight up G.Skill then I wouldn't worry too much if the memory are rated at 1.5v but you push it to 1.65v.

should i return the patriot deal for these bad boys? lol but i don't think 1600 speed will make much of a difference anyways for my build
It's not all that big of a difference unless your looking for it. The reason I know this is becuase I played with various memory from DDR3-1600 to DDR3-2133 with low to high timmings and I notice it only when i'm benching.

[MrHookup]

Why not spend 10 more and get better timings?

G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL8D-8GBXM

$20 off w/ promo code EMCKCHB25, ends 8/3
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231445

Cas Latency:
8
Voltage:
1.5V
Dual Channel Kit
Timing:
8-8-8-24

vs


Cas Latency:
9
Voltage:
1.5V
Dual Channel Kit
Timing:
9-9-9-24

[aznsniper911]

Why not spend 10 more and get better timings?

G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL8D-8GBXM

$20 off w/ promo code EMCKCHB25, ends 8/3
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231445

Cas Latency:
8
Voltage:
1.5V
Dual Channel Kit
Timing:
8-8-8-24

vs


Cas Latency:
9
Voltage:
1.5V
Dual Channel Kit
Timing:
9-9-9-24
Because most people do not need the tighter timings. Remember the difference in real life is marginal unless you are benching it for a reason.

[this2makeulaugh]

bummer, wanted to buy it now but I couldn't find a filler item

[WhatsYoFlava]

bummer, wanted to buy it now but I couldn't find a filler itemYou have 26 minutes before the deal is over :bounce: