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G5 Memory Help

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6914708

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I need some advice on upgrading my RAM for my 1.6GHZ PowerMac G5.
(I currently have 2 128's and 2 256's)
Type: DDR SDRAM
Speed: PC2700U-25330

I have been looking and I found a pair of 1GB on NewEgg for $150.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820141214
I don't know much about memory but this would work right?

All the main brands, like Kingston, Viking, etc. ask about $300 for the same 2GB. I do a lot of graphic work, and more memory intensive projects, so should I stay away from a cheaper chip? Or is it all the same?

Does anyone know a good place to get memory from? I would really appreciate any help.
 
Searching the MR forums is a splendid idea - we've covered this only about 200 times.

1) Unless the seller tests and guarantees compatibility with Macintosh, there is no guarantee of compatibility with your Macintosh.

2) Buying generic RAM from a discounter who has the ability to charge a 15% restocking fee if you want a refund is risky.

3) You can put either PC3200 or PC2700 modules in your machine. Get the PC3200s

Crucial is US$272
OWC is US$186
Data Memory Systems is US$192


Note: a 'Nag' post (anyone have any advice?) to bump your question isn't necessary...
 
CanadaRAM said:
Searching the MR forums is a splendid idea - we've covered this only about 200 times.

1) Unless the seller tests and guarantees compatibility with Macintosh, there is no guarantee of compatibility with your Macintosh.

2) Buying generic RAM from a discounter who has the ability to charge a 15% restocking fee if you want a refund is risky.

3) You can put either PC3200 or PC2700 modules in your machine. Get the PC3200s

Crucial is US$272
OWC is US$186
Data Memory Systems is US$192


Note: a 'Nag' post (anyone have any advice?) to bump your question isn't necessary...
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I appreciate the help, and those links. I have no idea what is good, or ok memory. I am just guessing the higher the price the more quality, which is not something I want to assume. I actually did search the forums for about 15 minutes. I typed in both Memory and Ram in the search box below and got nothing relating to my machine. Maybe I am searching wrong?
 
I got two 1GB sticks for my iMac G5 from crucial, and they came the next day. Haven't had a problem with them. The crucial website is also good because you just follow the drop down lists and they tell you what to get for your system.

I know a lot of other people who use crucial in the Macs and they have never had a problem with it. So I would recommend them.
 
starnox said:
I got two 1GB sticks for my iMac G5 from crucial, and they came the next day. Haven't had a problem with them. The crucial website is also good because you just follow the drop down lists and they tell you what to get for your system.

I know a lot of other people who use crucial in the Macs and they have never had a problem with it. So I would recommend them.
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Thank you, I appreciate the recommendation!
 
I also need advice with RAM.

Would DDR-333 PC2700 RAM work in a Power Mac G5?
 
I'll second OWC... I've bought ram from them a number of times, and they're pretty reliable. Plus there is the lifetime warranty, which works pretty smoothly (I did have a stick die on me once). The next time I buy ram will most likely be from them.
 
6914708 said:
I need some advice on upgrading my RAM for my 1.6GHZ PowerMac G5.
(I currently have 2 128's and 2 256's)
Type: DDR SDRAM
Speed: PC2700U-25330

I have been looking and I found a pair of 1GB on NewEgg for $150.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820141214
I don't know much about memory but this would work right?

All the main brands, like Kingston, Viking, etc. ask about $300 for the same 2GB. I do a lot of graphic work, and more memory intensive projects, so should I stay away from a cheaper chip? Or is it all the same?

Does anyone know a good place to get memory from? I would really appreciate any help.
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Oh man... first of all, do you mean 1.8Ghz G5 tower? I think you do... please don't put 128's in that beautiful machine. :) Yes, 2x 1GB's would be a good start, but your G5 will run faster and live longer if you max it out eventually.

PC2700 sticks will work but they must match. I would recommend Amazon.com for RAM actually... it's incredible how cheap they sell the good stuff for.
 
quantum003 said:
Some earlier models... you'd be better off with DDR400 PC3200 though since it's backward compatible and will work with all but the final DDR2 model of G5's.
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Thanks. I can't seem to get rid of these four gigs of RAM cause they're only from a 1.6ghz.
 
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