Upgrading: Mix & Match Brands OK?

[Deckard_BR]

I'm planning on doubling my system memory from 1 GB to 2 GB shortly. Trouble is, I think my memory manufacturer is no longer a going concern, so I have to consider mixing and matching brands. The current memory loadout consists of 2x SimpleTech SVM/RB3200DDR/512 512 MB DDR400 PC3200 Memory Retail. The mobo configuration (it's an Asus P4P 800 Deluxe) is 4 slots which have to be installed 1-3/2-4. The current chips are in 1-3.

So, what level of "comparability" will my system tolerate? If I get, say, Kingston or Corsair memory that's also DDR400 PC3200, will it necessarily be compatible with the existing chips?

[Alaron]

It should be ok to go with a different brand. But it would probably be best to stick with the brand you have. Newegg has 512MB sticks: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820150345

[Deckard_BR]

Guess it's just my old vendor, then. That appears to be the safest bet. Thanks for the link.

[glc]

Simple Tech does not manufacture the ram chips, they simply (pun not intended) assemble the modules. You should have no problem using a different brand of modules, just match up specs as close as you can.