Q: Will my system recognize the maximum upgrade?

A: Possibly

How much memory your Windows OS will recognize depends on which version of Windows you are running. 32-bit versions of Windows will see (and utilize) only 3GB or 3.5GB. To utilize more memory, install a 64-bit version of your OS. More information about OS memory maximums can be found at http://www.crucial.com/kb/answer.aspx?qid=4251.

Q: What memory goes into my computer, and will a faster speed be backward-compatible?

A: DDRII memory with support for DDR2 PC2-6400,DDR2 PC2-5300 speeds.

Because DDR2 memory is backward-compatible, you can safely upgrade your system with any of the guaranteed-compatible DDR2 speeds listed below.

Q: How much memory can my computer handle?

A: 8192MB.

Adding the maximum amount of memory will improve performance and help extend the useful life of your system as you run increasingly demanding software applications in the future.

Q: Do I have to install matching pairs?

A: Yes.

Your system requires that you install memory in pairs.

Q: Does my computer support dual-channel memory?

A: Yes.

To benefit from the performance advantages offered by dual-channel systems, you should install memory in identical pairs. Installing a kitted pair is the best way to ensure that your modules are identical, right down to the chip count.

Q: Does my computer support ECC memory?

A: No. (If Mainboard Does not Support ECC Memory)

Your system does not support ECC. Because ECC and non-ECC modules should not be mixed within a system, install the same type of modules that are already in your system.

INF Update Utility [INFINST_AUTOL.EXE]

The Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility installs the Windows* INF files.

Network Adapter Driver Set for Windows* 2000, XP, and Windows Server* 2003 [PRO2KXP.EXE]

Includes 10, 100 and gigabit adapter base drivers, including a new Intel® PROSet for Windows* Device Manager GUI for Windows* 2000, Windows XP and Windows Server* 2003.

LAN: Intel® PRO Network Connections [LAN_12.0_ALLOS_PV.EXE]

Integrated LAN driver for Intel® Desktop Boards with the Intel® PRO Network Connection. (WHQL certified).

Graphics Driver [WIN2K_XP14103.EXE]

Specifically for the Intel® 845G chipset and will not function with any other product. Contains the version 14.10.3 drivers for Windows* 2000 and Windows XP.

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