PC2700 vs PC3200...

Question

Level 1

5 points

PC2700 vs PC3200...

What´s is the diffrence between 2700 and 3200. I will use it in my iBook G4 1.07Ghz. What kind of ram gives me most value?(1Gb)
Bol

Imac 1.83 IC2D.Mac Mini 1.83 IC2D,Wiewsonic 20" iBookG4 1.07Ghz/512Ram, Mac OS X (10.4.10), iMac 1GB-Ram.Both with wireless Apple key/mouse.Airport Extreme.H/K Soundstixs

Posted on Dec 31, 2007 11:46 AM

Reply

Answer 1

Best reply

John Huber1

Level 6

17,745 points

Dec 31, 2007 11:52 AM in response to B.O.L.

Hi,

Your iBook can use either PC2100 or PC2700 RAM but it will run at PC2100 speed. Buy which ever is cheapest.

John

Reply

Answer 2

B.O.L. Author

Level 1

5 points

Dec 31, 2007 1:58 PM in response to John Huber1

So my iBook doesen´t support using the PC3200-Ram?

Reply

Answer 3

John Huber1

Level 6

17,745 points

Dec 31, 2007 2:24 PM in response to B.O.L.

No.

Reply

Answer 4

y_p_w

Level 6

17,648 points

Dec 31, 2007 7:11 PM in response to B.O.L.

It might work although it could be iffy if the supply voltage is low (expects slightly higher 2.6V supply but can tolerate 2.5V). Many PC3200 modules (like a Micron MT16VDDF12864H) say they have information in their serial presence detect EEPROM about settings for running at PC2700 and PC2100 speeds. I wouldn't count on it working without a guarantee from the seller or manufacturer. Crucial.com now sells PC2700 modules for PC2100 applications such as your iBook.

Reply