Re: Optiplex GL150 boots with one stick of memory, not two

i'm not familiar with PQI memory... would never use it.
i only use crucial, or other top known brands.
i think that system requires weird memory.
and also in pairs.
i thought that the max is 128mb per module.
i would accept the 256 and leave it be.
the cost of those parts plus your time is not worth it!!!!
the client should be buying a new dimesnison 5150 for $500 on sale!

B. Walker wrote: 
Hello all,

I ran into a weird issue with a Dell Optiplex GL150 tower that I was upgrading for a customer. The customer wanted a new hard drive and more memory. Obviously the hard drive went off without a hitch, however when upgrading from 128mb of memory to maxing out the system with memory (2 x 256mb PC133) that is PQI PowerMemory MS3856UOE I ran into a weird issue. I think I may know the problem, but I want others opinions as well. Upon sticking one stick of 256mb memory into the system, the system boots into Windows XP just fine. However when I have two sticks of identical branded PQI memory the system doesn't boot. It powers on, but does not even display the BIOS at all.

Is this related to the motherboard requring 'low densitity' based memory sticks and is it possible that this memory is 'high densitity' causing it to only recognize one stick?

If that is not the problem, what is the recommended brand/model PC133SDRAM for upgrading this dell to max it out?

Bradley 


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