When upgrading or building a computer, folks will from time to time make a few mistakes, and one of the most common mistakes is inserting the memory module in the wrong RAM slot. This usually leads to ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Adding memory (RAM) to your computer can make a world of ...

A RAM slot, also known as a RAM socket, is a long, slim slot on the motherboard of a PC. This allows a RAM module of varying speeds and capacities to be accommodated. Most motherboards have either two ...

We've received a strong response to an issue where the lower RAM slot in the PowerBook G4 Aluminum fails. Despite switching modules and performing a variety of maintenance procedures, many users are ...

The big picture: It's been an exciting year for memory technology thanks to emerging innovations like CAMM2 and NitroPath. The latter is particularly enticing for enthusiasts interested in running ...

We previously offered extensive coverage on an issue where the lower RAM slots in some PowerBook G4 fail after a variable length of time (see articles 1, 2, and 3. Some users are not aware of the ...

This past week Apple released what could be the swan song for the current design of the 27-inch iMac. With Apple Silicon-based Macs on the horizon, it’s possible that we’ve seen the last of the ...

When buying a Laptop or PC, we always leave scope to upgrade the RAM at a later stage. While it is easy to figure it out on a desktop (as you can open the cabinet and check), it is rather hard to find ...

One of the major drawbacks of laptops compared to desktop PCs is how hard they are to upgrade. In most cases, key components like the CPU and GPU are soldered directly to the motherboard, which means ...