Hp-Compaq 256Mb (2X128mb) Sdram 133Mhz Pc-133 168-Pin Ecc Registered
Bottom line: The Hp-Compaq 256Mb Sdram 133Mhz Pc-133 168-Pin Ecc Registered 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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Manufacturer description
HP-Compaq 256MB (2X128MB) SDRAM 133MHz PC-133 168-PIN ECC Registered DIMM Memory Kit (FOR SERVER ONLY)
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Hp-Compaq 256Mb Sdram 133Mhz Pc-133 168-Pin Ecc Registered using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Compaq'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.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Compaq |
|---|---|
| RAM Size | 128 MB |
| Form Factor | DIMM |
| Memory Speed | 133 MHz |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Number of Pins | 168 |
| Mfr Part Number | 201692-B21 |
| Special Feature | Ecc, Lightweight, Registered Memory |
| Data Transfer Rate | 256 megabits_per_second |
| Additional Features | Ecc, Lightweight, Registered Memory |
| Computer Memory Size | 128 MB |
| RAM Memory Technology | sdram |
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Hp-Compaq 256Mb (2X128mb) Sdram 133Mhz Pc-133 168-Pin Ecc Registered 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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