will ddr400mhz ram be backward compatible with ddr 266mhz slot

Discussion in 'CPU, Motherboards and Memory' started by izzy007, Apr 13, 2006.

  1. izzy007

    izzy007 Big Geek

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    i just wanted to know if a 512mb ddr 400mhz ram be compatible with my motherboard that has a max 266mhz slot. the conectors nd everyting is the same for the rams so will the ddr 400mhz be backward compatible. i assume that it shud b but it's betta to just make sure.

    n e help will be greatly appreciated.

    thx
     
    izzy007, Apr 13, 2006
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  2. Big B

    Big B HWF Godfather

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    Yes. RAM ratings are much like speed ratings on tires. A tire rated for 150MPH works fine at 40MPH. Same with RAM types. The same time of RAM will function fine at a slower speed.
     
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