Crucial Ballistix - memory - 2 GB ( 2 x 1 GB ) - DIMM 240-pin - DDR2

Description: This Crucial Ballistix is a 2 module, desktop memory kit.Compared to other desktop memory kits on the market, it is midpriced at around $75.

Pros: Has 2 GB of total memory, which is more than than some similarly priced kits.In fact, the average cost of a product with this favorable an of total memory is $105.Also, this kit has a 667 MHz clock speed.(While it is best to use the fastest memory supported by your system, be sure not to mix modules of different speeds if you already have memory installed.)

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Suited for those who want more RAM for multi-tasking or for increased application performance.This package consists of 2 modules of 1 GB RAM each.Make sure that your system can take this much memory per slot, and that you have enough slots open.

Value: In general, this kit's features are in line with its price.Note that the average price of desktop memory modules with a similar amount onboard memory is quite a bit more, around $85.As an added bonus, this module is manufactured by Crucial, a trusted source for reliability and compatibility.

Suggestions: (1) You will need 2 open DIMM 240-pin slots to use this memory.(2) Be sure to check with the retailer for warranty information on this product.(3) For more information on upgrading your system's RAM, check out CNET's How to page.

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• Manufacturer: Crucial Technology
• Part Number: BL2KIT12864AA663

• General

• Storage Capacity 2 GB ( 2 x 1 GB )
• Upgrade Type System specific
• Compatibility PC
• Memory specification compliance PC2-5300
• Memory speed 667 MHz
• CAS Latency CL3

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Compatible Slots 2 x Memory - DIMM 240-pin

• Memory

• Type DRAM
• Technology DDR2 SDRAM
• Form Factor DIMM 240-pin
• Memory Speed 667 MHz ( PC2-5300 )
• Latency Timings CL3
• Data Integrity Check Non-ECC
• Features Unbuffered
• Module Configuration 128 x 64
• Supply Voltage 2.2 V

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support Limited lifetime warranty

• Expansion / Port(s) Required

• Total slots required 2
• Required slot Memory
• Socket type DIMM 240-pin

Crucial Technology

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.crucial.com/
• Address: 3475 E. Commercial Ct., Meridian, ID. 83642
• Phone: 1-208-363-5790