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Alternative sets of tools for dual channel setup

Alternative sets of tools for dual channel setup

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crystal78248
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06-17-2016, 05:29 PM
#1
Hi everyone, I recently put in a 16GB XMP 3200MHz RAM in single channel. I acted quickly and made an error—my order came with a 3000MHz version of the same package, which is fine since they can fix it later. If I switch to dual channel, would that work? Also, would it be simple to modify the second kit to run at 3200MHz? Thanks!
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crystal78248
06-17-2016, 05:29 PM #1

Hi everyone, I recently put in a 16GB XMP 3200MHz RAM in single channel. I acted quickly and made an error—my order came with a 3000MHz version of the same package, which is fine since they can fix it later. If I switch to dual channel, would that work? Also, would it be simple to modify the second kit to run at 3200MHz? Thanks!

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yoppy218
Member
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06-18-2016, 01:44 PM
#2
It's feasible, though it requires manual effort. The likelihood of success isn't guaranteed.
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yoppy218
06-18-2016, 01:44 PM #2

It's feasible, though it requires manual effort. The likelihood of success isn't guaranteed.

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DantehIsGay
Posting Freak
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06-18-2016, 03:07 PM
#3
If you can't make changes, your 3200 RAM will operate at 3000 instead.
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DantehIsGay
06-18-2016, 03:07 PM #3

If you can't make changes, your 3200 RAM will operate at 3000 instead.

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banshee45
Senior Member
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06-18-2016, 03:47 PM
#4
I understand, thank you! I'll cover the additional shipping cost and process the refund.
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banshee45
06-18-2016, 03:47 PM #4

I understand, thank you! I'll cover the additional shipping cost and process the refund.

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Sussu
Senior Member
708
06-20-2016, 11:55 PM
#5
It's really a small difference, around 200 units. Most likely, the issue would be fixed by the store themselves without extra charges.
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Sussu
06-20-2016, 11:55 PM #5

It's really a small difference, around 200 units. Most likely, the issue would be fixed by the store themselves without extra charges.

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muffles45
Member
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06-22-2016, 06:19 AM
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muffles45
06-22-2016, 06:19 AM #6

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PancakeReign
Member
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06-24-2016, 12:39 AM
#7
Because we're in quarantine, I can't visit them, which means the shipping costs are my responsibility.
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PancakeReign
06-24-2016, 12:39 AM #7

Because we're in quarantine, I can't visit them, which means the shipping costs are my responsibility.

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Jocark
Junior Member
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06-26-2016, 03:14 PM
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I examined the stickers and confirmed the RAM has identical timing and voltage specs. My OC suggests I could replace the slower module without altering the VOCtages to 3200MHz and then simply add the remaining 3200 kit, though I’m not entirely sure. Personally, I lean toward getting the RMA. It’s interesting—though they typically sell RAM by sticks rather than individual kits, as long as the timing, voltage, and brand match it should work.
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Jocark
06-26-2016, 03:14 PM #8

I examined the stickers and confirmed the RAM has identical timing and voltage specs. My OC suggests I could replace the slower module without altering the VOCtages to 3200MHz and then simply add the remaining 3200 kit, though I’m not entirely sure. Personally, I lean toward getting the RMA. It’s interesting—though they typically sell RAM by sticks rather than individual kits, as long as the timing, voltage, and brand match it should work.