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Re: Dual channel memory question



On 04/15/2010 11:09 PM, Hugo Vanwoerkom wrote:
Hi,

The Wiki on dual channel memory says:

"The memory modules are installed into matching banks, which are usually color coded on the motherboard. These separate channels allow each memory module access to the memory controller, increasing throughput bandwidth."

Does that mean that placing 2 1GB modules, each into a different colored slot, is faster than putting 1 2GB module into one slot and leaving the other 3 slots empty?

Hugo


No, it means that 2 one-gig modules in same-coloured slots will theoretically work better. I have one module in a dual-channel mobo and it works ok. Most desktop/workstation mobos do.


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