Buying new Memory

jtovb · 02-23-2005, 01:30 AM

I decided to upgrade my memory. Went to Best Buy and bought the type of memory in my computer (Sony PCV-RS630G). The memory required is PC3200 400Mhz 256 184 pin DIMM. Upgrading to 1024G from the 512 that came with the computer. I installed the 2 new DIMMS and tried to boot but the computer, it just cycled power a few times before I turned it off. I tried to boot in safe mode but it would try to load windows then reboot before windows came up each time I tried.

I know I could have some bad memory but I have some other questions.

When I checked Kingstons site they listed another part number for the Sony I have. Apparently the type sold at Best Buy and others I guess is a generic "untested" type? The specs are right so I figure it should work? I didn't think memory would be so picky?

The Kingston part number that they have tested is D3264D30A.

Thanks

John

TheChef · 02-23-2005, 04:46 AM

How long ago did you buy this computer...it might not be compatible wiht PC3200.

jtovb · 02-23-2005, 05:00 AM

Bought it in the summer. PC3200 is what is listed by Sony as what is the memory installed now.

02-23-2005, 01:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
jtovb New Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 11	Buying new Memory I decided to upgrade my memory. Went to Best Buy and bought the type of memory in my computer (Sony PCV-RS630G). The memory required is PC3200 400Mhz 256 184 pin DIMM. Upgrading to 1024G from the 512 that came with the computer. I installed the 2 new DIMMS and tried to boot but the computer, it just cycled power a few times before I turned it off. I tried to boot in safe mode but it would try to load windows then reboot before windows came up each time I tried. I know I could have some bad memory but I have some other questions. When I checked Kingstons site they listed another part number for the Sony I have. Apparently the type sold at Best Buy and others I guess is a generic "untested" type? The specs are right so I figure it should work? I didn't think memory would be so picky? The Kingston part number that they have tested is D3264D30A. Thanks John

02-23-2005, 04:46 AM	#2 (permalink)
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02-23-2005, 05:00 AM	#3 (permalink)
jtovb New Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 11	Bought it in the summer. PC3200 is what is listed by Sony as what is the memory installed now.