This article explains how to check random access memory (RAM) and motherboard compatibility, including finding RAM compatible with a motherboard when building a new computer and selecting new RAM when upgrading a computer.
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How to Know if RAM is Compatible with the Rest of Your System – A Guide to RAM Compatibility
There are many factors to consider when deciding which RAM is compatible with your motherboard. Some of these are easy to figure out on your own, while others will require a little extra work to determine your motherboard's specs.
Here are the four most important characteristics of RAM when considering motherboard compatibility:
These factors are all equally important whether you are building a brand new computer or upgrading an older computer. However, there is a much easier way to determine compatibility if you are upgrading an older computer. If your computer is working, you can choose to examine your motherboard, or you can just run a system scan tool to find out exactly what you need.
