Few queries regarding new PC

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Viswanathan

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Someone plssss help me with my prob guys...

I am jus really really worried man cuz i jus read this from another forum superuser.com it says:-

4 sticks would cause more strain on the memory controller and motherboard chipset. It would take slightly longer for the CPU to add and retrieve data from 4 sticks as opposed to 2.

For this reason, 2 x 4GB would be faster then 4 x 2GB.

EDIT - there is a much better technical explanation on EE to enforce my answer, although it does mention lower sized sticks:

It's better to use 2 2GB modules -- not for any appreciable speed difference (although there may be a small advantage -- more in a bit) -- but for a more reliable memory subsystem.

Most desktop systems use unbuffered RAM modules -- this results in very large loads on the address and data buses when you have more than 2 modules installed, and can significantly degrade the signalling on these buses. The memory subsystem "sees' one load per memory chip -- so with 2 modules installed, that's up to 32 loads (with double-sided modules) ... and with 4 modules installed that's as many as 64 electrical loads on the bus. Some systems automatically adjust for this higher load by either increasing the voltage a small amount; reducing the clock frequency of the memory (thus slightly slowing it down); or by adding a cycle to the SPD's latency setting (again, slightly slowing it down). These adjustments help keep the memory subsystem reliable -- but mean that 4 x 1GB modules would be slightly slower than 2 x 2GB modules on these systems. But regardless of whether there's any timing differences, the memory will definitely be more reliable with only 2 modules.
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Pls advise guys is it wise to go with 4 X 2GB RAM.. Will it really cause voltage probs on mobo?.. Is anyone using 4 X 2GB RAM?... Pls help me out...

Thanks in advance.. :)
 
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@ Piyush already received them :(.. Is there so much prob in using 4 X 2GB RAM like voltage probs and all??.. I ordered from primeagbg.. Will they accept to take back these 4GB kits and gimme 8GB kits cuz i havent even opened it yet!.. Pls help me out guys..
 
d3p

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Viswanathan said:
@ Piyush already received them :(.. Is there so much prob in using 4 X 2GB RAM like voltage probs and all??.. I ordered from primeagbg.. Will they accept to take back these 4GB kits and gimme 8GB kits cuz i havent even opened it yet!.. Pls help me out guys..
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Refer this PDF & find it yourself.

ASUSTeK Computer Inc. - Motherboards- ASUS P8P67 PRO

or refer the attachment..
 
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@ d3p5kor Thanks but I already referred that PDF and it isnt updated one.. Its just for compatibility reference...

My question is different i am asking will it cause any Voltage probs and strain on the memory controller and mobo??.. Will it cause any stability issues when overclocking?...
 
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Viswanathan said:
Someone plssss help me with my prob guys...

I am jus really really worried man cuz i jus read this from another forum superuser.com it says:-




Pls advise guys is it wise to go with 4 X 2GB RAM.. Will it really cause voltage probs on mobo?.. Is anyone using 4 X 2GB RAM?... Pls help me out...

Thanks in advance.. :)
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Don't buy 4 Sticks because 2x4GB would be better as it would let you buy more if required in future.
 
MatchBoxx

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the m0nk who sold his PC!
AFAIK, there would be a slight unnoticeable difference in performance, that you won't hav to worry about! :)
 
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@ sammy_cool and ico Thank you very much guys :)

Thats really a relief to know that there wont any prob.. Thanks guys i really appreciate it :)
 
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Hi guys I bought everything and gonna assemble it tomo! :-D I wanna thank each and everyone of you in the forum for generously helping me out with the config.. Thanks you very much and really appreciate your help guys :)

Here is my final config :-


Processor :- Intel core i5 2500k

*www.smcinternational.in/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Intel_Core_i5_25_4d43df2e15390.jpg

Motherboard :- Asus p8p67 pro

*www.asus.com/Motherboards/Intel_Socket_1155/P8P67_PRO/websites/Global/products/HMMvTCuBcZLfu2YL/l4g8s7lGrRRY3MRX_500.jpg

RAM :- G.Skill F3-12800CL9D-4GBXL kits X 2

*www.gskill.com/images/images_products/450-XLL.jpg

Graphics Card :- MSI GTX 560 Ti Twin Frozr II/OC

*www.msi.com/pic/product/five_pictures1_2266_20110125131639.jpg

Hard disk :- SEAGATE BARRACUDA 1TB 7200.12

*www.smcinternational.in/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Seagate_1_TB_SAT_4d95cb3a7552b.png

Monitor :- Dell ST2220L 21.5” W Full HD Monitor with LED

*images.logicbuy.com/Pages/Image.aspx?url=/datastore/userdeals/634193911203590000dell-ST2220L-1080p-led-hdmi-lcd-monitor-deals-coupon.jpg&width=500&height=385

Cabinet :- CM 690 II Advanced with transparent side panel

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Power Supply :- Corsair TX 850

*images.hardwarecanucks.com/image//skymtl/PSU_review/TX850/LARGE/TX850-7.jpg

Case Fans :- Cooler Master 120mm r4 fans x 2

*www.coolermaster.com/upload/product/4355/featured/top1.jpg?702073893

HDMI Cable :- Belkin Standard HDMI A-A cable 6 ft

*www.belkin.com/images/product/AV10050-06_01/FUL1_AV10050-06_01.jpg

UPS :- Numeric 600 VA

*www.theitdepot.com/images/proimages/922-500-4.jpg

Speakers :- Logitech Z506 ( its a good speaker right? )
*www.logitech.com/assets/31227/4/surround-sound-speakers-z506.png


I have some doubt guys :-D

I am not gonna overclock anytime soon so i didnt buy any Cpu Cooler... So my question is

1) If i am not gonna overclock then then default stock cooler which comes with the processor will be enough to cool the cpu rite?...

2) I searched for Numeric 800 VA UPS but didnt get it so bought
Numeric 600 VA.. So my question is there is no prob with 600 VA rite?.. Will it give at least 5 min backup for my system?..

3) I bought Logitech Z506 5.1 speaker.. Its a good speaker rite?.. I am seeing both good and bad reviews about this speaker :-( ! So confused..

Thanks in advance.. :)
 
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@ asingh Thanks man :)
@ d3p5kor Thanks and Sorry abt the pic man.. Gonna assemble my rigs tomo and also dont have camera.. Will try to borrow from my friends and take some snaps and will post it soon! :)
 
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@ Piyush Thanks man :)
@ sam Yeah i know i couldn't find 800VA so i went with 600VA
@ d3p5kor I hope it comes atleast for a min for saving my works before it gets switched off! :)

Guys i have a great news.. Starting assembling my rig today morning around 9 and finished within 11 but cable management and OS and other software installation took some couple of hours... Nothing in the world gives you satisfaction than assembling your own PC! :) My System rocks!! :) \m/
 
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@ Sam Thanks man and i will surely share the pics when i take some snaps :)

Hi guys as i said i have assembled everything and system works like a charm.. So yesterday night i added the second harddisk ( 320 GB old one ).. So went in the BIOS and checked whether it is listed as secondary hard disk and it was so no probs..
But the prob was after adding the hard disk when i turned on the system it starts and automatically shutsdown after 5 seconds and starts again!.. I didnt have this prob when i was having only one HDD.. Pls help me out guys..

and also normally the cpu temp lies between 60 - 70 C .. Is this temp normal or is it overheating?...

Thanks in advance.. :)
 
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