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    I have 1 GB RAM, should i get 2GB? If so, which brand memory is best value?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by mliu, Dec 29, 2006.

  1. mliu

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    I just ordered thinkpad t60 widescreen and it comes with 1gb ram. I will be running alot of internet, pdf files, office files, many times multitasking these programs. Also, I plan to update to windows VISTA when it comes out. Is 1 GB ram enough or will I notice much better performance with 2 giglibites?

    Also, the IBM ram seems expensive. Is there a cheaper place to get a 1 GB Ram stick that is comparible in performance with the IBM memory but at a lower price?
     
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    2 GB probably won't make much difference with XP for your uses, but by all accounts Vista will be far more memory-intensive. I am actually awaiting a T60 WS with 1 GB myself, and will probably invest in another GB at some point before making the upgrade to Vista. Newegg has various brands of compatible RAM for around $99 for a GB stick. As for brand it shouldn't make much difference, but I'd keep an eye on the Newegg user reviews to make sure you don't buy junk.
     
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    I ran my R60 with 512MB. It seemed to do OK. There is no need to do it right away. See how it goes before you upgrade.
     
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    It can't hurt to see how it runs before you install more; my T60 runs better since I upgraded from 512 to 1.5 GB RAM, though.

    When you do upgrade, be sure to get ThinkPad-compatible RAM. Not everything that seems to match the specs will work. I had Kingston ValueRAM causing freezes and BSODs until I replaced it.

    Chris
     
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    Does it really matter the configuration of the memories i use? For example, 2 x 512 mb sticks and 1 x 1 gb stick, or would it be better to have 2 x 1 gb sticks? or does it make a difference.
     
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    I had 1.5 GB RAM in my ThinkPad and removed a 512 MB module to stick it into another notebook. I don't notice any difference in performance between 1.5 GB and 1 GB RAM and I do a lot of multitasking. As for the different configurations you listed, I don't think you could tell a difference in everyday use. I would stay with 1 GB for now. You can always upgrade in the future.
     
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    Ofcourse if you want upgrading (easily) to be an option go for the 1 x 1GB module now, that way you don't have to sell (or toss) one 512MB module when you need the open slot.
     
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