F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop First channel holds 8GB each, second channel 16GB each. Combined they total 48GB.

First channel holds 8GB each, second channel 16GB each. Combined they total 48GB.

First channel holds 8GB each, second channel 16GB each. Combined they total 48GB.

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mccoop03
Posting Freak
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01-27-2016, 11:12 PM
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Hello, I'm not sure about RAM sizes. My motherboard supports up to 64GB, but I currently have 16GB of RAM. Recently, I encountered problems with Photoshop freezing and Adobe apps because I open a lot of Edge while editing. I'm thinking about upgrading my RAM and then getting more. I know the model and speed should match what I want to buy, but I'm wondering if buying two 8GB units when purchasing a 32GB board makes sense, or two 16GB units if buying a 48GB one.
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mccoop03
01-27-2016, 11:12 PM #1

Hello, I'm not sure about RAM sizes. My motherboard supports up to 64GB, but I currently have 16GB of RAM. Recently, I encountered problems with Photoshop freezing and Adobe apps because I open a lot of Edge while editing. I'm thinking about upgrading my RAM and then getting more. I know the model and speed should match what I want to buy, but I'm wondering if buying two 8GB units when purchasing a 32GB board makes sense, or two 16GB units if buying a 48GB one.

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The_D3mon
Senior Member
694
01-28-2016, 08:01 AM
#2
In theory you could achieve this, but your timing must match perfectly in every module. Usually it’s very challenging, if not completely unachievable.
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The_D3mon
01-28-2016, 08:01 AM #2

In theory you could achieve this, but your timing must match perfectly in every module. Usually it’s very challenging, if not completely unachievable.

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WaterLily2003
Senior Member
648
01-29-2016, 02:47 AM
#3
They aren't required, but the slowest connection will be the RAM speed all components use. Just ensure you choose RAM with matching CAS latency. For instance, CL16 works best if your other RAM is also CL16.
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WaterLily2003
01-29-2016, 02:47 AM #3

They aren't required, but the slowest connection will be the RAM speed all components use. Just ensure you choose RAM with matching CAS latency. For instance, CL16 works best if your other RAM is also CL16.

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OlafDerSnowMan
Junior Member
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01-29-2016, 03:02 AM
#4
He seemed to miss a significant issue by focusing first on RAM, then immediately shifting attention to Photoshop issues. The freezing could stem from many unrelated factors, and since RAM usage is straightforward to monitor during Photoshop work, it makes sense to rule out that problem before investing further.
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OlafDerSnowMan
01-29-2016, 03:02 AM #4

He seemed to miss a significant issue by focusing first on RAM, then immediately shifting attention to Photoshop issues. The freezing could stem from many unrelated factors, and since RAM usage is straightforward to monitor during Photoshop work, it makes sense to rule out that problem before investing further.

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coolman9222
Posting Freak
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01-29-2016, 04:05 AM
#5
Have you checked the memory consumption?
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coolman9222
01-29-2016, 04:05 AM #5

Have you checked the memory consumption?

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zamys
Senior Member
690
01-29-2016, 10:18 AM
#6
I currently have 16GB and there are no problems, but I’d like to add another 32GB kit.
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zamys
01-29-2016, 10:18 AM #6

I currently have 16GB and there are no problems, but I’d like to add another 32GB kit.

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LorrenK
Senior Member
703
01-29-2016, 11:57 AM
#7
You have options either way. Keep mixing kits in mind, as XMP won't work and you'll need to adjust frequency or tune timings manually.
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LorrenK
01-29-2016, 11:57 AM #7

You have options either way. Keep mixing kits in mind, as XMP won't work and you'll need to adjust frequency or tune timings manually.