PNY OPTIMA 2GB DDR2 667 MHz PC2-5300 Notebook / Laptop SODIMM Memory Module MN2048SD2-667

Aug 22, 2010 16:46:24

Brand : PNY

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Product Overviews

DDR2 is the next generation of DDR memory. DDR2 memory features faster speeds, greater bandwidth, lower power consumption and enhanced thermal performance. Although DDR2 modules are the same physical dimension as DDR modules, the plug-in connector configuration is different and as such DDR2 modules are not compatible with PCs requiring DDR modules, and vice-versa. PNY manufactures DDR2 memory upgrades rated at PC2-3200, PC2-4200, PC2-5300 and higher. They are compatible with desktop and notebook computers and processors including Intel`s Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, AMD`s Athlon and Sempron Socket AM2 processors, and others. PNY upgrade modules are compatible with systems from Apple, Compaq, DELL, Gateway, HP, IBM and over 5000 other systems. Boost the performance of your PC. PNY memory upgrades will prove to be an outstanding value now and in the future.

Product Features

• Memory capacity upgrade provides improved system performance and responsiveness
• Deliver all the productivity your PC has to offer with PNY Memory
• Compatible with DDR2 PC2-5300 (667 MHz Bus Speed), DDR2 PC2-4200 (533 MHz Bus Speed), DDR2 PC2-3200 (400 MHz Bus Speed
• Helps prepare your PC for running Windows Vista
• Easy installation, Free 24-hour Technical Support, and Lifetime Warranty!

PNY OPTIMA 2GB DDR2 667 MHz PC2-5300 Notebook / Laptop SODIMM Memory Module MN2048SD2-667 Reviews By Customers

I bought this to replace the 2GB RAM which was included with my HP Pavillon DV6500t laptop. I wanted 4GB to run apps like Photoshop etc. Before I purchased this, I had so many questions in my mind regarding compatibility. When I checked HP's web site it mentions that the maximum RAM that can be installed on this laptop is 2GB. I was quite surprised. I then checked the chipset specifications. These HP laptops use the Intel 965 Express chipset which supports upto 4 GB RAM (2GB per module, 2 modules total so 2x2 = 4 GB total). So I was convinced that the RAM would be compatible not only with my HP DV6500t laptop but most laptops that use the Core 2 Duo processors. The reason why HP says only 2 GB is supported is because when the laptop was released, 64 bit OS wasn't very popular. Since 32bit OSes don't have good support for 4GB RAM (yeah the limit is 4GB for 32 bit OS but some of the memory is reserved so you see about 3 GB). So HP thought not to confuse people and answer their tech support queries like "Why am I seeing 3 GB RAM instead of 4 GB), they chose to limit RAM support to 2 GB. But again, the HP DV6500t series does support 4GB RAM.

DDR2 5300 vs DDR2 5400: Note that DDR2-5300 and DDR2-5400 is the same thing. 667Mhz is the operating speed and clock speed (8 times RAM) is 667 * 8 = 5336. Some round it up as 5300 and some as 5400. So its the same thing.

Performance wise, this RAM is speedy! No more lags and grinding drives when running Windows 7 and Photoshop now. I can run a bunch of apps without any hiccups. For the price, this RAM is unbeatable. PNY makes quality stuff. I have bought several other products of PNY before and all of them have surpassed expectations. The quality is superb.

I have no complaints against it and would suggest this as a 5 star buy. Go for the speed! The difference between 2GB and 4GB RAM is tremendous, so its a great performance boost. After getting 4 gigs of RAM, you will no longer experience slow boots, grinding hard drives and waiting forever switching between apps. Also note that to use 4GB RAM you WILL need a 64 bit OS and I highly recommend Windows 7 x64. Its a performance monster

GREAT DEAL! - Fogger_man -
Order shipped and arrived in a timely manner. Memory works as advertised. Sped up my laptop tremendously! A++++

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PNY OPTIMA 2GB (2x1GB) Dual Channel Kit DDR2 667 MHz PC2-5300 Notebook / Laptop SODIMM Memory Modules MN2048KD2-667 - Lawrence A. Garrel - Scottsdale AZ.
I installed this a few weeks ago. It is much faster than before. It was relatively
easy to install.

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