PC3200 RAM in Older Computer?

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Published on 2011-02-06T15:21:39Z Indexed on 2011/02/06 15:27 UTC
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Hello all,

I am inheriting a Dell Dimension 8200, but it needs RAM to get up and running. I have PC3200 sticks lying around, but I am not sure how to go about figuring out if the RAM is compatible, as RAM has always confused me. Here is the Dell Dimension 8200 Tech Specs: http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim8200/specs.htm

For RAM, it says: Memory type PC800 (non-ECC)

I don't know if that is just the kind that comes with it, and I can put in PC3200 (I think, if it worked, this would run at the lower rating? Is that true?), or if that means only PC800 is compatible. Any help would be appreciated.

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