Hi Guys,
I have an old PC(running XP Pro) lying around the house, so when the latest XBOX back ups needed a Lite-on DVD burner, I decided to instal it in the old PC. which was great until the drive arrived and I needed a couple of bits to fit it to the PC (a new SATA lead and a convertor to SATA power lead. I fitted it, and noticed my latest problem.
When I try to burn a back up using IMGBURN, the buffers fill, then empty almost immediately. what jumped to mind was the fact that I might not have enough RAM in the old PC, so I opened it up and sure enough I only have 256MB.
The RAM unitt that is in it at the moment is a DDR, 256 MB, 266MHz, CL 2.5 chip. A few other Identifying codes on it are :- MT16VDDT3264AG-256B1 , PC2100U-25330-01 , MY , M00YG41 , 200244 .
This PC is not connected to the net, last time it was it used a dial up 56k modem, so I cannot get a scan from crucial.
The Pc is a Packard Bell, i-media 5054, it is at least 8 years old. Crucial online search for it is here(don't know if it is correct) is HERE
So, a few questions (You knew I would get there eventually :) )
1. what can I upgrade to (1GB?)
2. Is there a need to divide this by 2 pieces (can I get just the one 1GB)?
3. Is there anyone any cheaper than any other??
4. would I just be better off getting a second hand PC, and if so any ideas where?
Lastly, just remember that I am only a Sinclair spectrum 48k myself, so don't overawe me lol
I have an old PC(running XP Pro) lying around the house, so when the latest XBOX back ups needed a Lite-on DVD burner, I decided to instal it in the old PC. which was great until the drive arrived and I needed a couple of bits to fit it to the PC (a new SATA lead and a convertor to SATA power lead. I fitted it, and noticed my latest problem.
When I try to burn a back up using IMGBURN, the buffers fill, then empty almost immediately. what jumped to mind was the fact that I might not have enough RAM in the old PC, so I opened it up and sure enough I only have 256MB.
The RAM unitt that is in it at the moment is a DDR, 256 MB, 266MHz, CL 2.5 chip. A few other Identifying codes on it are :- MT16VDDT3264AG-256B1 , PC2100U-25330-01 , MY , M00YG41 , 200244 .
This PC is not connected to the net, last time it was it used a dial up 56k modem, so I cannot get a scan from crucial.
The Pc is a Packard Bell, i-media 5054, it is at least 8 years old. Crucial online search for it is here(don't know if it is correct) is HERE
Code:
http://www.crucial.com/uk/store/listparts.aspx?model=iMedia%205054
So, a few questions (You knew I would get there eventually :) )
1. what can I upgrade to (1GB?)
2. Is there a need to divide this by 2 pieces (can I get just the one 1GB)?
3. Is there anyone any cheaper than any other??
4. would I just be better off getting a second hand PC, and if so any ideas where?
Lastly, just remember that I am only a Sinclair spectrum 48k myself, so don't overawe me lol