[CUBE] cheap ram modules?

[Tobias Leung]

I've tried to install generic ram. it didn't work. Currently, I have 
tech works ram and Kingston Value Ram. They work fine, although my 
Kingston PC133 CL2 shows up as CL3. I really haven't bothered checking 
out why that is with the vendor.


On Tuesday, May 6, 2003, at 02:51  PM, Alex Chiang wrote:

> Hello,
>
> So after a few days of searching, I can't seem to figure out the
> answer to my question.
>
> The difference in price for a 512MB ram module for x86 vs. cube
> is about 2x ($33 vs $75). I've read some FAQs and the Apple
> knowledge base, and it seems like the memory marketed for x86 is
> electrically compatible.
>
> The Apple KB indicates that the memory must not have a height
> greater than 35 mm. Unfortunately, most cheap ram vendors don't
> display the dimensions of the dimms.
>
> My question: has anyone successfully installed cheap x86 ram in
> your cube? If so, from where did you purchase it, and how much?
>
> Thanks.
>
> /Alex
>
>
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