Hello again guys and thanks for all the help.

I am advised that I need to add memory to my system.

My PC is a home brew put together by a friend (no longer available)
I understand I need a compatible memory chip and I need some help identifing such. I went to Crucial.com and they could not match my mother board, even though it is a recognized BRAND( purchased from Tiger Direct) Also 4allmemory.com had the same problem. Can you advise me on how to get the right product.
My system specs are below.

I've tried to look up the Mother board listed but can't get it to match up.

Also, is this installation easy enough for me to attempt myself. I saw a demo online.

Thanks
Bucx


OS NameMicrosoft Windows XP Home Edition
Version5.1.2600 Service Pack 3 Build 2600
OS ManufacturerMicrosoft Corporation
System NameDON-7ZNRUN3UQBQ
System ManufacturerVIA Technologies, Inc.
System ModelP4X400-8235
System TypeX86-based PC
Processorx86 Family 15 Model 2 Stepping 9 GenuineIntel ~2696 Mhz
BIOS Version/DatePhoenix Technologies, LTD 6.00 PG, 5/16/2003
SMBIOS Version2.2
Windows DirectoryC:\WINDOWS
System DirectoryC:\WINDOWS\system32
Boot Device\Device\HarddiskVolume1
LocaleUnited States
Hardware Abstraction LayerVersion = "5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2111)"
User NameDON-7ZNRUN3UQBQ\Don
Time ZoneCentral Daylight Time
Total PHYSICAL Memory256.00 MB
Available Physical Memory68.89 MB
Total Virtual Memory2.00 GB
Available Virtual Memory1.96 GB
Page File Space648.04 MB
Page FileC:\pagefile.sys






One option available is to take a stick of ram out and have the guy at your local store match it for you. Removing and installing the ram is probably the easiest of upgrades you can perform. HANDLE the ram by the edges and touch the metal case before touching any components inside.....Try not to work on a RUG or carpet to avoid static....Don't carry it like a chocolate bar....only the edges....there's also Everest, http://www.lavalys.com/Not sure why this would not show up on crucial's site...
Did you run the online scanner ? ?System Model P4X400-8235

http://www.memory-up.com/Memory/VIAChipset14347.htmlKarnac, you and patio are my hero's.
Thank you so much


I used the recommended sight and came up with the following info.

In the Tips it mentions mixing module speed. The scan did not show my speed. Do I need it?

Also it shows max. memory per system 768MB. Does this mean I can only add 512MB?( I wanted to end up with 1GB)

Can I just add a module to the 256MB module I now have, or do I need to remove it?

Your recommendations are held in high regard.

Thank again

Bucx



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MEMORY-UP Tips

What if I want to mix different memory together?

Different sizes/speeds of memory can be used together as long as their SPECIFICATION are qualified by the systems. For instance, a laptop can use one 256MB and one 1GB of memory for the total of 1.25GB system memory.

(Mixing two different speeds of memory modules would result the system to run at the speed of the slower memory between the two modules. We recommend users to use our Memory Finder or Memory Scanner to find the correct memory for your system.)

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MEMORY - UP system scan

Analysis Complete
Memory-Up has finished checking your system (Time: 8.00seconds)

Here is some information about your system...

Computer Information
Manufacturer: VIA
Model: P4X400-8235


System Information
Chipset: VIA P4X400 VT8374 Host Controller/AGP Bridge
VIA Standard CPU to PCI Bridge
Motherboard: P4X400-8235
CPU: Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU 2.70GHz


Memory Information
Total Slots: 3
Max. Memory Per System: 768.00 MB
Installed: 256MB
(Configuration)
Some systems may not report the correct information. 1: 256MB (0GB)
2: Available Slot
3: Available Slot



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Memory Speed Module Size Part Number Our Price Guaranteed To Work
PC2700
333 Mhz 256MB M-333-256BD07 $18.96 Quantity:
PC2700
333 Mhz 512MB M-333-512BD07 $22.96 Quantity:
PC2700
333 Mhz 1GB M-333-1024BD10 $34.96 Quantity:
PC3200
400 Mhz 256MB M-400-256BD07 $18.96 Quantity:
PC3200
400 Mhz 512MB M-400-512BD07 $22.96 Quantity:
PC3200
400 Mhz 1GB M-400-1024BD10 $34.96 Quantity:
You can add 2 X 256MB , since you have three slots for a total of 768MB.You already have 1-256MB, you can add:
1 or 2-256MB
1 or 2-512MB
1 or 2-1024MB (1GB)

Just be sure it's DDR PC2700 or DDR PC3200, not DDR-2

BTW, DDR memory modules are about 3x the price of DDR-2.what about the max 768MB in the system scan, is that set in stone?only way to know is to try.

If it is the limit though, you cannot change it.Quote from: Computer_Commando on July 25, 2009, 02:50:31 PM

You already have 1-256MB, you can add:
1 or 2-256MB
1 or 2-512MB
1 or 2-1024MB (1GB)

Just be sure it's DDR PC2700 or DDR PC3200, not DDR-2

BTW, DDR memory modules are about 3x the price of DDR-2.