Your Server"s RAM
Are you nervous about upgrading the memory in your office's current server? Well, I'm here to tell you that there's no need to be! Upgrading RAM (which stands for Random Access Memory) in your server is really not as difficult as it sounds. And, doing it yourself will help you avoid having to hire a repairman, allowing you to save some money, too.
Let me make sure you understand what RAM is (if you don't, maybe it's best to hire someone to do this for you!). RAM is used to €host' running programs and data that are being used by your server's operating system. RAM is a random0access device that allows stored data to be accessed directly in any random order. When you start a program, it is automatically loaded into your server's RAM. Therefore, the more programs you have running, the less RAM memory your machine has available. Because servers are used to run a lot of complicated programs day in and day out, extra RAM can be utilized to help speed everything up.
When you begin your search for some new memory for you server system, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, you will need to make sure that the RAM you get is the correct type for your specific server model. Next, you should figure out how much memory you want to, and can, add to your machine. Finally, look at the price. Will it fit in your budget? Should you consider purchasing refurbished RAM for your server? Let's get started.
Type of Memory
The easiest way to figure out what type of memory your server can handle is to either search your specific server model online (Google is your friend!) or to take a look at the manual that should have come with your server.
You will also need to find out how much memory your server has installed already, the maximum amount of memory that it can support, and the type of memory it is currently using. This last step is especially important if you decide to leave an original memory module in and just add another to it because you need to make sure that the RAM manufacturers and size are the same, or at least compatible with one another.
How Much RAM to Use
Memory comes in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB modules. When picking out memory for your server, be sure to keep in mind the maximum amount of memory that your server can handle. While you can usually add more than that to the server, it would be of little use to you, as the server will only recognize up to the amount that it can support.
Budget
Memory is definitely not the most expensive component to upgrade your server with, but if you're adding more than just memory, the prices of everything can certainly add up. A good way to make sure you stay within your budget is to purchase refurbished memory modules or kits. Refurbished computer components offer everything new components offer, but at a fraction of the price. This is because they're technically €used'. But don't let that scare you; they have undergone extensive diagnostic tests and perform just like new components. So, buying refurbished memory allows you to get the RAM you need at a price that's budget-friendly.
I recently upgraded my Sun Fire T1000 server with some Sun Fire X7801A Server Memory. It is a kit of two modules, each offering 1GB of memory space. It was just what my server needed, and gave it that extra boost I was looking for. I purchased the memory kit refurbished, and was able to save some money.
Let me make sure you understand what RAM is (if you don't, maybe it's best to hire someone to do this for you!). RAM is used to €host' running programs and data that are being used by your server's operating system. RAM is a random0access device that allows stored data to be accessed directly in any random order. When you start a program, it is automatically loaded into your server's RAM. Therefore, the more programs you have running, the less RAM memory your machine has available. Because servers are used to run a lot of complicated programs day in and day out, extra RAM can be utilized to help speed everything up.
When you begin your search for some new memory for you server system, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, you will need to make sure that the RAM you get is the correct type for your specific server model. Next, you should figure out how much memory you want to, and can, add to your machine. Finally, look at the price. Will it fit in your budget? Should you consider purchasing refurbished RAM for your server? Let's get started.
Type of Memory
The easiest way to figure out what type of memory your server can handle is to either search your specific server model online (Google is your friend!) or to take a look at the manual that should have come with your server.
You will also need to find out how much memory your server has installed already, the maximum amount of memory that it can support, and the type of memory it is currently using. This last step is especially important if you decide to leave an original memory module in and just add another to it because you need to make sure that the RAM manufacturers and size are the same, or at least compatible with one another.
How Much RAM to Use
Memory comes in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB modules. When picking out memory for your server, be sure to keep in mind the maximum amount of memory that your server can handle. While you can usually add more than that to the server, it would be of little use to you, as the server will only recognize up to the amount that it can support.
Budget
Memory is definitely not the most expensive component to upgrade your server with, but if you're adding more than just memory, the prices of everything can certainly add up. A good way to make sure you stay within your budget is to purchase refurbished memory modules or kits. Refurbished computer components offer everything new components offer, but at a fraction of the price. This is because they're technically €used'. But don't let that scare you; they have undergone extensive diagnostic tests and perform just like new components. So, buying refurbished memory allows you to get the RAM you need at a price that's budget-friendly.
I recently upgraded my Sun Fire T1000 server with some Sun Fire X7801A Server Memory. It is a kit of two modules, each offering 1GB of memory space. It was just what my server needed, and gave it that extra boost I was looking for. I purchased the memory kit refurbished, and was able to save some money.
