Corsair XMS2 2GB DDR2 SDRAM Memory Module

great memory

Strengths: fast and reliable

Weakness: none

I brought this memory kit for my new desktop, this memory works pretty well. fast and reliable. I highly recommand this one. Price is ok but that is not the only consideration for a good memory.

By shliao - Jan 20, 2007

XMS2 2GB PC2-6400 DDR2 Memory Kit (1GBx2)

Strengths: Speed

Weakness: None so far

I had no problems at all installing this memory into my computer and getting it to recognize it properly. This memory runs extremely fast and I didn't have to do anything special with my computer to get it to do so, which is great. I definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a 2GB Matched Pair of DDR2 memory.

By MADMOMMABEAR2 - Jul 16, 2006

A can't miss for DDR2 and AM2 sockets!

Strengths: 1) Incredible low price for 2GB! 2) Manufacturer matched kit 3) 800Mhz

Weakness: 1) Questionable heat spreader

Having just purcahsed a new Asus M2N32-SLI Deluxe I wanted to find memory that would compliment the motherboard. Since this motherboard doesn't support the new SLI EPP memory standard that automatically overclocks your ram, I figured that I would forgo overclocking altogether and just use the highest rated memory speed Asus officially supports. The M2N32-SLI allows the use of DDR2 memory modules...
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Having just purcahsed a new Asus M2N32-SLI Deluxe I wanted to find memory that would compliment the motherboard. Since this motherboard doesn't support the new SLI EPP memory standard that automatically overclocks your ram, I figured that I would forgo overclocking altogether and just use the highest rated memory speed Asus officially supports. The M2N32-SLI allows the use of DDR2 memory modules in Dual Channel mode at 800Mhz so having RAM to take advantage of that is necessary to maximize the speed of your computer.

Setting up the BIOS was really easy as the RAM was instantly recognized and I just set it to the JDEC SPD standard. After a few days usage, the memory seems to run extremely stable and having 2GB's for encoding DVD's and running other programs at the same time is a dream to have. Hurry out and get yourself a pair and with a $40 rebate from zipzoomfly.com, its a complete steal when compared to the Corsair 2GB PC2-5400 DDR2 DIMM Dual Channel Memory Kit.

A warning however, I'm used to seeing memory modules come with aluminum heat spreaders which would make sense as it does disperse heat quite well. With this Corsiar memory kit the heat spreaders feel like they're either plastic or else they have a lot of clear coat on them which makes me suspicious of its heat handling capabilities. Since I don't overclock my ram, I haven't found this to be a set back but others might.

By trifactoria - Jun 14, 2006

Very easy to install.

Strengths: No problems.

This product work right away with my Asus P5WD2 Premium. I got 800Mhz without having to go to BIOS setup to make any changes. I see no problems as of yet.

By hawksup1 - Apr 30, 2006

XMS2 2GB PC2-6400 DDR2 Memory Kit (1GBx2)

Strengths: Runs 4-4-4-12 as advertised on my Asus P5B Deluxe without any issues. I'm able to overclock my E6300 3+ghz without any issues.

Weakness: cost

These are quality Corsair RAM and you get what you paid for. There are certainly better performing DDR2 kits available, including some from Corsair themselves, but for the money you will pay you definitely receive excellent value with this Corsair XMS2 2GB PC2-6400 DDR2 Memory Kit.

By jimmy300 - Jan 4, 2007