Viking PE8641U4SN3-CL2 64MB PC100 CL2 DIMM Memory

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Summary: A brief guide to finding and installing more memory (RAM)
Review: Getting more memory is one of the best ways to speed up your computer without buying a new one entirely. If you have 32 megabytes of memory (RAM - Random Access Memory) or less, then you should really consider getting this 64 megabyte memory upgrade. Among other things, your web-browsing experience will be better as you'll find that your computer is more responsive.

To find the right memory, make sure that you know what type of memory you can use. Find this out by either checking your computer manual, calling your manufacturer's customer support line, or checking on your manufacturer's web site. You should especially note whether your machine takes 100MHz RAM. If it doesn't, then you'll need to get RAM with another speed (usually 66MHz for machines made before 1999, or 133MHz on the latest 2001-made machines). Note that the number for RAM memory speed is different from your CPU speed (though they are both measured in 'MHz')

Once you have found that out, get the memory you need. 64 megabytes will do fine. (Note that Microsoft's new operating system, Windows XP, requires at least 64 megabytes of RAM for itself, so you might consider 128 megabytes)

Then, once you have the memory, follow the simple instructions on the box. Basically, you'll need to 1) open up your computer and 2) plug the memory into a 'slot'.

Opening up your computer is usually described in your computer manual. Plugging the memory into the slot is usually pretty easy as it's easy to find the right slot (make sure it clicks into place).

Turn your computer on and presto! You'll have a much more responsive experience. To check that it works, right-click on the 'My Computer' icon and select 'Properties'. A dialog box will appear with the amount of RAM listed on the bottom.

Enjoy your upgraded computer!

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Summary: luvbug0810
Review: I have a 500Mhz computer with 64 Megs of ram and it was still slow when i had multiple programs running. If you use several programs at once(word, works, games online, etc.) you really need to have at least 128 Megs of ram. The added ram allowed applications to start up quickly, and surfing the internet seemed twice as fast. The memory works really well with my HP and I would recommend it to anyone out there. In fact I already talked my mom into buying one for her computer.