Caperjack,

Thanks a lot for answering my question. I have decide to add 2 128's of RAM to my system. I spec'd it out and found exactly what I need. We shall see if that speeds up the performance of my system. Then if needed I can add another 128 at a later time seeing that the max for my system is 384.

Tim

your welcom ,you may be able to upgrade the cpu without changing the mothereboard ,but unless you can go from say a 400 /450 to about 600/666 ram will be a cheaper upgrade for you

Ok, I added the new ram and powered up my computer only to get a screen on my monitor that asks if "video cable connected?" Then the monitor goes blank. Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Tim

All i can say is did you make sure it was the right type of Ram for you computer and did yo umake sure to unplug you computer before you added the ram
the video cable error just means the monitor is nor reciveing any signal from the computer

I checked before I purchased the memory then double checked the manufacture's web site after I purchased and before I tried to install them and it is correct. I unplugged the computer and moved it to a non-carpeted location (kitchen table) to do the work. The only problem that I had was the bottom clips would not fit in the memory groove. They fit fine on top and seemed to be secure on the bottom but it was off just a frog's hair. I called the store earlier about the problem and they said just to come back and exchange them for 2 more.

Take the store up on there offer !