11-01-2007, 10:11 PM
Quote:I actually have some DDR2 that is spec'd for 1066MHz (and can supposedly go faster via overclock). I saw some 1200MHz sticks available, as well, but it was outrageously expensive so I didn't go for it.
As for brands, I use some Ballistix RAM. It is awesome. :)
I would also echo Quark's point that you should invest in a good-ish power supply. I opted for a good Thermaltake supply for my girlfriend's computer (it's nice and quiet) and I use a PC Power and Cooling supply for my computer. Both get rave reviews on a number of websites (like Tom's Hardware or Newegg) and I have had no problems so far.
I have used Ballistix RAM for years and PC P&C supplies for decades. I had one bad supply from PC P&C. It was a custom version and the crimping on one of the motherboard connectors was such that the pins made intermittent contact. I still recommend their supplies, however.
My most recent Ballistix purchase was just a couple weeks ago, and once again my computer is not crashing every fifteen minutes while playing WoW. My complaint with the Ballistix is that it does not last very long. I have had the same problem with many sticks in multiple motherboards and systems. Fortunately Micron has always been willing to replace bad parts, but doing so is a pain and it is that time again. As long as Ballistix works it works very well indeed.
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