[G4] Adding memory to a G4 PCI.

[Philip J Robar]

On Apr 30, 2006, at 3:53 AM, Stefan Daehler wrote:

> Original message:
>
>> I've just added new memory to my G4 (PCI graphics) machine, two  
>> sticks of 256mb pc133.
>> The profiler shows it incorrectly as two sticks of 128mb.
>
> There is definately no firmware-upgrade for Yikes!. A far as I  
> recall, using PC133-memory in this G4 is problematic. Furthermore,  
> I think the memory-chips should be placed on both sides of the  
> module. If they are all on the same side, your Mac may recognize a  
> maximum of 128 MB only.

The issue is more likely one of high vs. low density memory, than one  
of memory speed. Search for memory at a place like http:// 
www.ramseeker.com or http://www.dealram.com to get something that you  
know will work at a reasonable price.


Phil
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