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I have been buying memory in many forms for years, for computers, digital cameras, cell phones, Jump Drives, etc. In the beginning, when there weren't that many suppliers out there, most of the brands were very good and quality made...they were reliable and there were seldom any compatibility issues. NOW, with all the Chinese memory out there, the whole ball game has changed. I, like most folks out there, bought the best deal after some research on the product and went with the savings. I can't begin to tell you how many faulty units I have received over the last few years....and when you buy on the Internet, the return issues are a real hassle. So then I started buying local (Comp USA) and over paying for a product that could be easily be returned if need be. Then I found Crucial...WOW, what a great company! You can download a small program that will scan your computer and tell you what you have in there now and then make recommendations! You can Online chat with a Rep or call them on the phone and ALWAYS get a courteous and HONEST person...ALWAYS! I have never had a single failure with numerous products I have bought from them...and their pricing is always fair...shipping is reasonably priced (not the usual rip off) and very fast. I usually check the Crucial website for the right product and cross reference to Amazon to see where I get the best price...it's about 50/50 based on availability and price. I highly recommend them.

Since I'm not overclocking my laptop, there's not much to say other than the memory works. Sped my computer up since it doesn't have an independent graphics card and I bought it with only 512MB to start with. Now with 1GB, it's enough.

I was unable to get these memory modules to work in my computer. Crucial's system scan told me the memory was compatible, but installing them corrupted my system and forced me to re-install my OS (using my old memory modules). I called Crucial and they sent me a different version of the modules, claiming that the slightly different modules would work. They did not. I then contacted my manufacturer who indicated emphatically that the memory is not compatible, and is the cause of my system problems. Crucial then allowed me to return the modules, but made me pay postage to send them back. All this hassle for a product that they guaranteed would work but instead it forced me to reinstall my OS - three times, in the end! I depended on Crucial's reputation and it was a mistake. Before you order this product, check with your manufacturer to make sure they are compatible.

I have to say, I was about to get rid of my 4 year old Compaq laptop. After doing some research about sppeding up my computer, i.e. cleaning the hard drive, getting rid of junk, I found that a upgrade in memory from 512kb, would increase the speed. I bought two of these puppies, and my computer is runnig like new again. Defintely a lifesaver!

I have been using this in my toshiba laptop for about a month and so far so good!