Hi all! This article is for those who want to carry out an independent “upgrade” for their old computer. We will talk about choosing RAM, how not to make a mistake in choosing and where to buy safely. Only proven methods, let’s start.

RAM DDR2. It has long been considered obsolete, but continues to be popular. Not everyone is ready to buy modern and expensive computer hardware. Why not carry out an inexpensive and accessible “upgrade” and speed up the work process of your “old man”. Not all users are chasing the gaming industry; some are far from any computer toys at all. Most people need a computer to surf the Internet comfortably, and this is where increasing the amount of RAM comes in handy. Or it’s an office computer at work that you have to work on; your boss doesn’t allocate money for new computers, but you have to work somehow.

First, determine how much RAM is already installed in your computer, what frequency it is. Look at the support of the mother memory and processor, what is the maximum amount of memory that can be installed. All this can be done using standard methods in your operating system in properties, or in third-party applications, for example AIDA64, or simply remove the side cover of the system unit and have a visual look. Information about support can be found on the manufacturer’s official website or third-party resources on the Internet. Pay attention to what processor you have: Intel or AMD, this is an important point. I’ll tell you more about this below.

Where to buy DDR2 RAM? There are several options.

• Buy a new one in online stores or order from an online store. Plus there is a guarantee, minus the high price, which will be more than 1000 rubles for a 2 GB module.

• Find it on the secondary market on the Avito, Yula or Yandex Ads sites. One of the advantages is the opportunity to buy at a low price. The downside is that there is no guarantee, but sometimes there is an opportunity to check the functionality. If, for example, you meet a seller at some pre-agreed place on the street. You will come home and the bar will not work. Insist on inspection on site, from the seller, or take the system unit with you. If you don’t have a car, ask your friends to give you a ride.
• Order RAM on AliExpress. The price is good and affordable, if something does not arrive working, the site has a buyer protection function. Attach a photo or video of evidence that the bar is not working, you will get your money back. I have never had a situation regarding the return of RAM ordered from AliExpress, since I always order from the same trusted seller.

Since the last order, all modules are working properly. Since the last order, all modules are working properly.

Why is it important to clarify which processor you have, Intel or AMD? There are many offers on AliExpress with 4 GB. memory with one DDR2 stick, but they will only work on motherboards with socket AM2, AM2 Plus and AMD processors. The price at the time of writing is about 750 rubles. For motherboards for socket 775, modules with a capacity of 2 GB are suitable, they are also suitable for AMD, which is more “omnivorous”. This is an important point, don’t make a mistake when ordering. The price at the time of writing is about 275 rubles per module. There are 4 GB DDR2 sticks. for Intel, but they are incredibly difficult to find or the price will be very high. Personally, I have never had anything like this in my entire practice. The sellers through whom I constantly order on AliExpress are highlighted in blue in the text of the paragraph; they have been verified. If you have a need, go ahead, read reviews about the seller, and make a decision.

For LGA 775 Intel, it is optimal to order 2 modules of 2 GB each. DDR2-800 or 4 sticks, if the number of motherboard memory slots support allows. For AMD you can also use two 4GB modules. The main thing is not to make a mistake in the selection, this is the most common mistake. Don’t forget about the frequency of RAM.

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