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[default101]

I recently upgraded to a barton 2800+ from a 2000+ processor. Unfortently, my RAM is pc2100.

Because I only have pc2100 RAM, I am unable to set my bios up to 166mhz so that it will be able to use my processors full power.

I am wondering if having the 2800+ with my current configuration is any better than simply having a 2200+. Any help is much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Alex81388]

Of couse it is better. And I would look into buying better ram (or budget ram even, but @ the correct speed).

 

[DJ-CHRIS]

Defiantly buy new ram that's PC3200, runs about 60$ a stick max for a 512.

But, if you set your ram multiplier lower, you can up your FSB to get full speed most likely

 

[Nubius]

Generally on most mobos you should be able to set your 2800+ at the appropriate 166FSB and the RAM will simply not follow it up that high due to the SPD table they contain which tells them what speed to run at unless you've specified in the BIOS for the RAM to be at a 1:1 ratio with the CPU

 

[default101]

I am planning to buy new RAM as soon as my budget allows. Will setting my MB to 166FSB hurt my memory in any way?

 

[FrontSide]

Don't clock the RAM to 166 MHz. Wait and upgrade.