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XPS 8960, 3rd party memory usage?
XPS 8930
I know Dell doesn't want to hear this, but their price for memory is pretty steep.
On a new XPS 8960 desktop, Dell wants $450 for 64GB memory (vs 16GB). But I can buy compatible major-brand, high-quality memory (2 x 32 GB) elsewhere for $170.
Can I order the XPS from Dell with 16GB, discard the 16GB memory module and install my 3rd party 64 GB? Any issues other than insuring a compatible memory module?
BTW, the compatible memory is carefully speced to match Dell. Plus a reviewer at the memory vendor confirms that it works with the XPS 8960. My only concern is an unforseen issue with removing ALL the Dell memory from the get-go. Well, maybe I will boot up once with 16GB to confirm it's operational, and then replace the 16GB with my 2 x 32GB.
Element115s4
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June 24th, 2024 19:55
Yes, go with some Crucial or Kingston certified memory for your 8960.
I did the same with my 8950 which is now running 64GB (ditched the 16GB) and its solid.
Do I need 64GB?
Maybe not but I can run those Unreal Engine 64GB projects now...lol. :P
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June 24th, 2024 20:43
Hi.
I have a 8930 and I have four of these Crucial 16GB sticks and did not have any issue with boot or performance
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C29R9LNL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Previously, I had added two 8GB Corsair RAM to supplement the two Hynix 8 GB RAM that came with the 8930.
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