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Kingston KVR100X72C2/256 256MB 100MHz PC100 ECC CL2 DIMM Memory
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Kingston KVR100X72C2/256 256MB 100MHz PC100 ECC CL2 DIMM Memory

Bottom line: The Kingston KVR100X72C2/256 256MB 100MHz PC100 ECC CL2 DIMM Memory is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the memory & ram category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Kingston Value KVR100X72C2/256 256MB PC100 ECC CL2, GOLD, 3.3

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Kingston ValueRAM - Memory - 256 MB - DIMM 168-pin - SDRAM - 100 MHz / PC100 - CL2 - 3.3 V - unbuffered - ECC - for Gigabyte GA-5AA, 6BX7, 6VA7+, 6VA7T, 6VX, 6VX7+, 6VX7-4X; MSI MS-6135, 6153, 6163, 6167

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Kingston KVR100X72C2/256 256MB 100MHz PC100 ECC CL2 DIMM Memory using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Kingston's memory & ram lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for memory & ram of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Kingston Value KVR100X72C2/256 256MB PC100 ECC CL2, GOLD, 3.3

Full Specifications

BrandKingston
Voltage3.3 Volts
RAM Size256 MB
Form Factor168-pin_DIMM
Memory Speed100 MHz
Model NumberKVR100X72C2/256
Number of Pins168
Mfr Part NumberKVR100X72C2/256
Item Part NumberKVR100X72C2256
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Transfer Rate100 MHz
Additional FeaturesEcc, Lightweight
Computer Memory Size256 MB
RAM Memory Technologysdram
Column Address Strobe Latency2
Global Trade Identification Number00740617050813

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Kingston KVR100X72C2/256 256MB 100MHz PC100 ECC CL2 DIMM Memory is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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