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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Memory FAQ

1. How much memory do I need (Windows Vista, XP, 2000 and Linux OS)?
2. How do I know what type of memory module my computer takes?
3. What is Proprietary Memory vs. Standard Memory?
4. What is DDR (Double Data Rate), DDR2 and DDR3?
5. What is a DIMM or SoDIMM?
6. What does a memory "kit" consist of?
7. What is High Performance or Gaming Memory?
8. What is Overclocking?
9. What is a USB Flash Drive?
10. What is Flash Memory?
11. What is 45X, 60X, 80X, 133X, 150X and 266X Flash Memory?
12. SLC vs. MLC flash memory cards, what’s the difference?
13. What is an External / Portable Hard Drive and why would I need it?
14. What is Rambus (RDRAM)?
15. Can I get trade-in credit for the smaller modules that need replacing?

Battery Quick Tips

1. Quick Tips - Battery Care Instructions
2. Battery Dont's
3. What Are The Different Types of Rechargeable Battery Chemistries/Technologies?
4. What is the "Memory Effect" ?
5. Is it Possible to Upgrade My Device's Battery to a Newer Chemistry?
6. My New Battery Isn't Charging. What's the Deal?
7. How Can I Maximize Battery Performance?
8. How Are Batteries Rated? (What Are Volts and Amps?)
9. How Long Do Batteries Last (What is the Life Span of My New Battery)?
10. Should I Recycle My Old Battery? How?

Laptop and Desktop Computer Batteries

1. What are Main Batteries?
2. What are CMOS or Clock Batteries?
3. What are RAM or Resume batteries?
4. How Long Will the New Battery Power My Laptop?
5. Is it Possible to Upgrade My Device's Battery to a Newer Chemistry?
6. What is a "smart" Battery?
7. How Can I Maximize Battery Performance?
8. How Long Do Batteries Last (What is the Life Span of My New Battery)?
9. My New Battery Isn't Charging. What's the Deal?

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