Another RAM question

[Niverive]

I'm probably being overly cautious, but does normal RAM work with prebuilt computers like Compaqs, its the right RAM speed, and size, and its Kingston, but they always say "HP/Compaq approved RAM" I'm wondering if they just say that to get people to buy RAM from them.

 

[Redmo0n]

As long as its the same type (DDR1/DDR2) then yes. Even if they are not the same speed, the faster one will clock itself down to the same speed as the slower. And if they are not the same brand 95% of the time it will be fine, just sometimes problems can arise.

"HP/Compaq approved RAM" I'm wondering if they just say that to get people to buy RAM from them.

More than likely.