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kenazo · Jun 21, 2002, 06:02 PM

I'm looking to buy two 256mb sticks for a G4 933. Usually I've bought ram from Crucial but they are out of stock right now. Any other suggestions?

AKcrab · Jun 21, 2002, 06:07 PM

<a href="http://www.18004memory.com/" target="_blank">Coast to Coast</a> is advertising a 512kb DIMM for $67.75. Why two 256?

kenazo · Jun 21, 2002, 06:25 PM

Actually I need to upgrade two machines so that's why two modules. How is the quality of the ram from Coast to Coast? Do you know who makes it? Also, where is the deal for the 512mb ram, I looked but I didn't see it, that sounds incredibly cheap!

Thanks!

AKcrab · Jun 21, 2002, 06:34 PM

Here's what Coast to Coast has to say about their RAM:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Coast to Coast Memory responds to the Apple firmware RAM dilemma
�The Apple 4.1.7 and 4.1.8 firmware updates incorporate a number of fixes that dramatically improve system stability and performance�, per Apple. The new firmware updates also drastically changed the computers hardware specifications. As a result, many Apple users have found that the RAM they purchased no longer works. Coast to Coast Memory is currently stocking memory that is fully JDEC MO-161-D compliant for firmware revisions 4.1.7 & 4.1.8. For customers who have memory purchased from us that no longer functions after updating the Apple firmware, contact our technical department @ 1-800-4MEMORY for further details. All of our current memory upgrade options are fully JDEC MO-161-D compliant.<hr /></blockquote>Here is a link to "All Mac Memory": <a href="http://www.18004memory.com/category.asp?catid=9" target="_blank">http://www.18004memory.com/category.asp?catid=9</a>
The 512's are on page 4 of the list.
I have not used this company, but I'm about to place an order.

Dr. Dennis · Jun 21, 2002, 06:43 PM

I just bought some RAM (two 512MB SO-DIMMs) for my TiPB 800 from 18004memory (Coast to Coast Memory). Fast shipment and the RAM works fine. I've only bought from them that one time, but everything went well and I'd order from them again.

Big Mac · Jun 22, 2002, 04:03 AM

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kenazo:
I'm looking to buy two 256mb sticks for a G4 933. Usually I've bought ram from Crucial but they are out of stock right now. Any other suggestions?<hr /></blockquote>Crucial is very expensive since they rigorously test their parts. You don't need to go to such expense. On the other hand, while Coast to Coast is very cheap (sometimes the cheapest), I've heard of issues with their quality control. You're still covered at least by a lifetime warranty, but I don't buy from them. I buy from Data Memory Systems - <a href="http://www.datamem.com/" target="_blank">DMS</a> Totally unsolicited endorsement, I just like their components and service.

Scotttheking · Jun 22, 2002, 01:25 PM

I only buy name brand.
Currently all my ram chips are Infineon (512MB sticks are about $180 each right now, and have very conservative timings, but they sure work just fine), Kensington, or Crucial.

None of those are cheap, but then, neither is a mac

Also, I buy for reliability, not cheap stuff, and as a result, I have never had a ram chip fail.

my 3 cents

Big_Lou · Jun 24, 2002, 11:47 PM

I, on the other hand, am willing to roll the dice. I have bought about 10 sticks of RAM from OEMPCWORLD.com. I have found them to be one of the cheapest suppliers and their service is excellent. I bought a iBook and ordered RAM before it arrived. As it turns out the iBook was DOA and I got a PB instead. Sending back the old RAM for a replacement couldn't have been easier. If you're willing to not be hung up on name brand stuff, check these guys out.

TheMosco · Jun 25, 2002, 12:20 AM

<a href="http://www.ramseeker.com" target="_blank">www.ramseeker.com</a>

lits a lot of prices for every mac computer and allows you to read reviews that people right.

Tominator · Jun 25, 2002, 01:18 AM

Buy Crucial and only Crucial.

davidflas · Jun 25, 2002, 11:19 AM

I'll second the recommendation for DMS <a href="http://www.datamem.com/macdimm.asp" target="_blank">memory</a> I've been ordering from them for years. They too were right on top of the firmware issue. I've never had a stick of ram fail and I've been ordering from DMS since 1997.

The Placid Casual · Jun 25, 2002, 07:28 PM

In the UK at least I will only use Crucial...I have bought loads of RAM from them and have never had any problems...Obviously I don't know about them in the States, although I have only heard good reports...

last week I went on the UK Crucial website and ordered two 256MB PC-100 sticks after 5pm...they were with me at 7.30am the next day, they didn't even charge delivery!

I won't use anyone else...

Peace,

Marc

ImpishLM · Jun 25, 2002, 07:47 PM

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by kenazo:
I'm looking to buy two 256mb sticks for a G4 933. Usually I've bought ram from Crucial but they are out of stock right now. Any other suggestions?<hr /></blockquote>I just bought a 512Mg pc133 SDRAM DIMM for my G4 466 "digital audio" for $89.00 from OEMPCWORLD.COM. I was pleased with their site, the low shipping rates, and quick delivery by priority mail.

FYI.

Dgysy · Jun 25, 2002, 08:50 PM

I upgraded my G4 with memory from ramjet.com.

No problems.