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Crucial Technology CT2CP25664AA800 4GB 2GBx2 240-pin DIMM DDR2 PC2-6400 Memory Kit

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I've been using Crucial memory in my notebook and desktop computers for years because Crucial memory is very reliable and remains one of the true "plug 'n play" products on the market. I purchased two 4GB kits to expand my desktop computer to 8GB to give me a little more headway to run Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008 in a virtual machine on my host running Windows Vista x64.

Although Crucial PC2-6400 DDR2 memory is not the absolute fastest memory available, it is significantly cheaper than the "Extreme" varieties and offers plenty of speed for most demanding applications (image editing, movie editing, software development, etc.). Windows Vista x64 gives this memory a rating of 5.7, which is very near the top of the scale in the current rating system.

I recently installed the 64 bit version of Windows 7 on my CPU, enabling me to go from 4 gigs of RAM to 8. I researched what memory would work best with my current hardware configuration, and came across Crucial's 4GB memory set. It's solid, easy to install, compatible with everything I have running (which is a sort of Frankenstein configuration), and has sped my computer up considerably. I am quite pleased with this product and feel it's reasonably priced.

This item works perfectly in my HP PC. I bought two sticks previously, and figured I should buy two more for a matching set, and 8-GIGS of RAM....BIG help with my Photoshop Speed!!

Not a single regret!!!

This memory installed just fine into my PC. I went from 1GB-->4GB. Process was really painless. From the time the UPS van dropped off the package until the memory was functioning in my machine was probably about 5 minutes. 3 of those minutes were spent opening the box and blister pack for the memory while my PC shutdown. Memory has a Win 7 'score' of 5.9 with my motherboard (Asus P5KPL-AM EPU).

If your PC is slowing down with larger files or more complex applications/programs/large photo files/etc., then the quickest and most cost-effective way to improve performance is to increase the amount of internal RAM in your computer. Don't just add 1GB, go for a LARGE increase and you will be very satisfied. Check your computer's specs for how much RAM you can use. Depending upon the operating system or motherboard, you might be limited to only 4GB while others might be able to use 8GB. So Google to find your computer's memory capacity.

Be aware that most pc's are shipped with smaller capacity memory cards installed in ALL of the slots (usually 4) so don't count on using what you have installed ('cause you're going to have to discard some of that to make room for the newer, larger capacity memory boards you are adding); rather, consider using all four slots with new memory. That is, say you have 1GB of RAM now. It is probably made up of four (4) 256MB cards that take up all of the slots. So, if you want to go to 4GB you cannot order 3GB of additional memory because there will be no slots to use. Instead, order four (4) 1GB memory cards, remove the four cards that are in there now and install the new cards in the four slots.

Installation is a breeze - you can do it. Remember to unplug the PC power cord from the back of your computer or from the wall socket BEFORE you start. Then, before you open the computer case, touch a metal part of the case so that there is no buildup of static electricity on you. If you have some static it can harm the memory chips when you touch them.

Everything was flawless; selection, ordering, shipping, delivery.

I bought this ram for my Dell XPS 420. I am running virtual machines for my college courses and the three gigs I had did not cut it. The XPS Book states you can only have up to 4 gigs, but I took a chance based on info from other forums and bought this 8 gig kit. Opened my case, popped out the old, popped in the new, and was done. Booted up my 64-bit Windows 7 and the RAM was detected. Computer has been running non-stop and the memory has performed flawlessly. No complaints at all!

It is surprisingly good that Crucial is a major player with a stellar reputation for reliability, and is known for their very competitive pricing. Buying from Crucial means you are getting more bang for your buck. As someone eluded to earlier, this isn't the fasted memory out there, but your human senses won't notice a difference of nano-seconds! I have been using Crucial memory in my systems for years. Before them I dealt with lots of memory errors. I figured it was Windows fault. Then I bought my Dell and swapped out their memory for Crucial. The blue screen of death never reared its ugly face again!

If you are buying a system I suggest getting it with the smallest memory option they provide. Then sell it on Ebay and use the cash to buy some Crucial!

this was unbelievable I ORDERED 12-07-2011 THE RAM KIT ARRIVED 12--2011. THIS MUST / MIGHT BE THE NORM WHEN YOU BUY FROM AMAZON

Bought this for a friend whose computers were running very slow. I didn't actually put it in, but the prices were good and they provided him the speed increase he was expecting. Crucial makes good memory!

Price was great (slighty less than others). Arrived better than promised, works greatly. Would shop with this vendor again and again. Thanks for a great deal and a great product.