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Skicvi
Junior Member
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05-08-2018, 11:14 AM
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I'm checking if adding a second RAM stick is possible for my PC. I've confirmed the timings and speed match, so I thought about it. The Ryzen 5 2600X only supports Dual Channel, which means I can only add one RAM stick at a time. Adding two would not work with this configuration.
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Skicvi
05-08-2018, 11:14 AM #1

I'm checking if adding a second RAM stick is possible for my PC. I've confirmed the timings and speed match, so I thought about it. The Ryzen 5 2600X only supports Dual Channel, which means I can only add one RAM stick at a time. Adding two would not work with this configuration.

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Vinceb11
Member
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05-08-2018, 12:24 PM
#2
This setup allows two RAM modules to be handled simultaneously, meaning you should aim for around 2x8GB of memory.
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Vinceb11
05-08-2018, 12:24 PM #2

This setup allows two RAM modules to be handled simultaneously, meaning you should aim for around 2x8GB of memory.

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FireOnSword
Junior Member
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05-08-2018, 08:39 PM
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Searching for "dual channel" explanation yields detailed insights. It describes a setup where two channels are used to enhance memory performance, often seen in modern systems. The article clarifies how dual-channel RAM works with the memory controller, improving data transfer speeds.
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FireOnSword
05-08-2018, 08:39 PM #3

Searching for "dual channel" explanation yields detailed insights. It describes a setup where two channels are used to enhance memory performance, often seen in modern systems. The article clarifies how dual-channel RAM works with the memory controller, improving data transfer speeds.

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Waddos
Member
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05-09-2018, 10:03 AM
#4
I currently possess two 8GB memory modules and require more storage space.
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Waddos
05-09-2018, 10:03 AM #4

I currently possess two 8GB memory modules and require more storage space.

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KARLEISHAK
Member
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05-10-2018, 12:54 AM
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Your recall uses two devices per frequency band, keeping your dual-channel experience intact.
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KARLEISHAK
05-10-2018, 12:54 AM #5

Your recall uses two devices per frequency band, keeping your dual-channel experience intact.

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DJBazzInc
Member
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05-10-2018, 01:27 AM
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Adding two more sticks boosts the capacity while keeping it in dual channel instead of quad channel. Thanks!
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DJBazzInc
05-10-2018, 01:27 AM #6

Adding two more sticks boosts the capacity while keeping it in dual channel instead of quad channel. Thanks!

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Eusebio06
Senior Member
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05-11-2018, 10:05 PM
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Indeed, it seems only high-end CPUs support quad-channel configurations, such as those found in Threadripper models. This demands a pricier motherboard and memory controller.
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Eusebio06
05-11-2018, 10:05 PM #7

Indeed, it seems only high-end CPUs support quad-channel configurations, such as those found in Threadripper models. This demands a pricier motherboard and memory controller.