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Asus memory vendor catalog

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NinatoPvP
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06-09-2017, 03:05 AM
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Looking for a memory solution for your PC, you need 128GB RAM. You bought an Intel X299 platform about six months ago, which didn’t have many options with quad channel 128GB and 10GbE ports. On the Asus vendor list, most entries support only a few slots. Do you need to stick strictly to the recommended options, or can you use the ones that fit two slots in an eight-slot setup? You’re considering Corsair 2666 LPX 32GB for half the price of Crucial 16GB approved for eight slots. With seven computers, the RAM choice really matters. Have anyone had experience going against vendor suggestions? Are the listed products tested and reliable, or might others fail? VENDOR LIST
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NinatoPvP
06-09-2017, 03:05 AM #1

Looking for a memory solution for your PC, you need 128GB RAM. You bought an Intel X299 platform about six months ago, which didn’t have many options with quad channel 128GB and 10GbE ports. On the Asus vendor list, most entries support only a few slots. Do you need to stick strictly to the recommended options, or can you use the ones that fit two slots in an eight-slot setup? You’re considering Corsair 2666 LPX 32GB for half the price of Crucial 16GB approved for eight slots. With seven computers, the RAM choice really matters. Have anyone had experience going against vendor suggestions? Are the listed products tested and reliable, or might others fail? VENDOR LIST

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Mannagryn1
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06-09-2017, 12:53 PM
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If the kit isn't included in the QVL list, the XMP profile might not function correctly and could need some manual adjustments.
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Mannagryn1
06-09-2017, 12:53 PM #2

If the kit isn't included in the QVL list, the XMP profile might not function correctly and could need some manual adjustments.

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KareBare31
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06-17-2017, 06:16 PM
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Don't stress about QVL lists. They're generally inaccurate because they can't evaluate every single module. It should function adequately most of the time.
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KareBare31
06-17-2017, 06:16 PM #3

Don't stress about QVL lists. They're generally inaccurate because they can't evaluate every single module. It should function adequately most of the time.

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MichaelFW
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06-17-2017, 11:07 PM
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I think I'll test it on one of the PCs and check the outcome.
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MichaelFW
06-17-2017, 11:07 PM #4

I think I'll test it on one of the PCs and check the outcome.