PC100 SDRAM??

[Mulch]

Would it be safe to install PC100 SDRAM on an old motherboard that only supports PC66??
Would either the motherboard or the RAM chips be jeopardized??

 

[Wrawrat]

No, the RAM will only run underclocked. PC-100 is only a standard that certifiates that this row of RAM can support 100MHz. So, PC-100 will work in a PC-66 slot, but will only work at 66MHz. You can also put PC-133 RAM in a PC-66 slot, it'll do the same thing. But, why purchase something to make it run at half the speed it could go...

 

[rootaxs]

It'll be safe and it won't jeopardize anything except maybe your wallet for the extra dough you shell out for buying PC100/PC133 modules which won't be taken advantage of anyway since it'll just be running at 66mhz.

 

[Mem]

Most places actually sell PC100 ram cheaper then PC66 ram so it will not hurt his wallet,anyway it should run fine.

 

[HotWire]

Agree with Mem if you plan on updating soon it will be better to throw in the PC133 then you can use it later on any upgrades you partake in.

 

[Mulch]

Yup, that's the idea. I'm gonna use it in a later upgrade. Thanks for the help!