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Mixing RAM modules with different memory specs often causes problems with system stability. If the memory you wish to install is faster than the PC’s existing system memory, consider removing all of the old memory sticks and replacing them with new ones, especially if the motherboard can support the faster speeds. The only thing to consider is if you plan on using Dual Channel with your RAM. Alot of MOBOs that support dual channel require pairing of course, but if you fill all the slots it bumps the FSB down! So read very carefully on what your board says about this. This thread has been Locked and is not open to further replies.

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The motherboard I am getting (ASUS P5WD2) has four slots for memory, total of 8 Gig. I'm going to put 2 Gig in (need it for large video editing files) Am I better off to get 4 512s and fill all slots so if one goes bad I can replace at cheaper price or am I better off to go with two 1 Gig sticks? Will that board run on only 1 stick or does it need to be in pairs? If the memory needs to be installed in pairs, then I think it would be better to have 4 sticks so you can troubleshoot memory.
What do you think?
And what about memory brands? Is Altas Good? If not what is do you recommend?