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Should RAM in a core 2 duo system be upgraded in pairs?

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Mar 15, 20261170 views
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I know when computers have two physical processors, you are supposed to upgrade the RAM in pairs. Is this the case with 2 cored processors as well such as the intel core 2 duo?

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Kingston has a tool as well and they don't seem to suggest pairs. However, as noted by others, there can be a performance gain. Kingston DC 7700 HP has more and it seems there is a performance gain: The system will automatically operate in single ch…

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