256MB PC100 Memory Upgrade for DFI CS65-SC Motherboard 168 pin SDRAM DIMM RAM
Bottom line: The parts-quick 256MB PC100 Memory Upgrade 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
- ✓ Capacity: 256mb
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
256MB PC100 168 pin Non-ECC Unbuffered 3.3v SDRAM DIMM.Compatible with: DFI CS65-SC Motherboard.System Specific memory backed byParts-QuickLifetime Warranty andToll FreeTechnical Support.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored parts-quick 256MB PC100 Memory Upgrade using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. parts-quick'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
- Capacity: 256mb
- Form Factor: 168 pin DIMM
- Speed: PC100
- Halogen Free; ROHS; Warranty: Lifetime
Full Specifications
| Brand | parts-quick |
|---|---|
| Speed | PC100 |
| Capacity | 256mb |
| RAM Size | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | DIMM |
| Number of Pins | 168 |
| Mfr Part Number | 256mb-PC100-D-DFI-512 |
| Computer Memory Size | 256 MB |
| RAM Memory Technology | SDRAM |
| Halogen Free; ROHS; Warranty | Lifetime |
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256MB PC100 Memory Upgrade for DFI CS65-SC Motherboard 168 pin SDRAM DIMM RAM 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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