Question : Problem: Matching Memory with CPU

XP Pro can only access 2GB memory per application. If running 2 and 3 apps at same time, would having 4GB memory be useful?  If using 4GB memory, is it better to buy 2-2GB sticks or 4-1GB sticks?

How do I match Memory to CPU, by the Bandwidth or FSB or other spec? What spec is most important? Case in point is matching or optimizing RAM with a E6850 and a Q6600 processor, P5K  motherboard and Win XP Pro 32.

Answer : Problem: Matching Memory with CPU

if you have an up and running system then www.crucial.com have a scanner that can tell you what memory is required and what speed to buy.

what type of memory is dependant on the motherboard. the uerguide or website of the motherboard manufactorer will tell you what memory to buy. - get it wrong and it won't work.

XP (32bit)  only supports 4 Gig max. again depending on your motherboard it maybe best to buy the memory in pairs instead of a single stick (also cost)  - see www.crucial.com for costs.