Power Supply Problems after Installing New Memory
Unfortunately, there are certain models of computers that generally ship with lower quality power supplies. They present certain problems when installing more memory or may burn out and need to be replaced faster than other models. This often comes to light when increasing RAM because of the greater amount of power needed to support it. While this can happen in almost any computer, these problems can be seen more frequently in Hewlett Packard Pavilions, Compaq Presarios, and almost any type of E-Machine.
A major indication that your power supply cannot support your new RAM is if your computer will work with one module or a certain amount of RAM installed, but not with two or more modules installed together or when a greater amount of RAM is added. With more than one module or an increase in RAM, you get not even so much as a screen flicker. This can happen when installing all new memory or if you are attempting to use new module(s) with your original memory. In attempting to troubleshoot, you take one or more out and leave one or more in to magically find that it works like a charm. This is confusing when you know that you are not exceeding the limits of your maximum memory, yet it simply refuses to function with what should be an acceptable amount of RAM.
This can happen because the power supply is simply faulty or the power supply is burnt out and you need a new one. If you do indeed need a new power supply, we recommend one from Antec, a very good brand-300 to 400 watts should do it. You can typically purchase one of these for $25-$100-prices can vary widely-at a store like CompUSA or Best Buy. Here's the links to those sites for you.
A major indication that your power supply cannot support your new RAM is if your computer will work with one module or a certain amount of RAM installed, but not with two or more modules installed together or when a greater amount of RAM is added. With more than one module or an increase in RAM, you get not even so much as a screen flicker. This can happen when installing all new memory or if you are attempting to use new module(s) with your original memory. In attempting to troubleshoot, you take one or more out and leave one or more in to magically find that it works like a charm. This is confusing when you know that you are not exceeding the limits of your maximum memory, yet it simply refuses to function with what should be an acceptable amount of RAM.
This can happen because the power supply is simply faulty or the power supply is burnt out and you need a new one. If you do indeed need a new power supply, we recommend one from Antec, a very good brand-300 to 400 watts should do it. You can typically purchase one of these for $25-$100-prices can vary widely-at a store like CompUSA or Best Buy. Here's the links to those sites for you.
Review your manual or contact your computer manufacturer support to get the rundown on how to replace the power supply before you attempt it yourself. If you are not comfortable attempting the replacement, pay the extra money for a technician to install it. You don't want to cause further damage to your computer in the process!
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