Can i use Kingston KVR800 2G RAM module on Dell Dimension 5150?

If it won't go past POST then there is a hardware error. Try removing the hard drive and RAM. The mother board should complain at power on giving messages. If it does, try fitting the RAM module by module, then the hard drive.

Hi,

According to the Dell specification found here:
http://support.euro.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim2400/en/sm_en/specs.htm#1105481

your PC does not support registered ECC RAM.

Most desktop PCs use unbuffered RAM. Registered ECC (Error Checking and Correcting) is a special type of RAM mostly used in servers.

Unbuffered RAM is faster than ECC RAM and is usually cheaper.

To find RAM that is compatible with your PC try the memory configuration tool at www.crucial.com

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Many thanks,

Chris

Sounds like Faulty RAM modules, Open the box, and Try removing the Memory and re-inserting it, if that does not work, try one at a time and start the machine..**Make sure u close the Box before powering on. It could be bad Memory (RAM) module.

see link to see how to open and check the memory modules:
http://qwickstep.com/search/view-answer/how-to-open-dell-dimension-5150.html

See here for complete list of Beep Codes:
http://support.ap.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/pmac2cm/en/en_ug/error.htm#system_flash_codes

Suggest you start off with finding out if any ram module/s have been bumped loose inside the computer.
(Ram Module = Ram 'Stick')

Doesn't take much to bump these babies loose.
The ram module, or modules may look to be seated upon a cursory inspection, but the preferred method is to remove the ram module/s, and re-seat them.

This way you are assured they/it are down in the ram slot securely, and making a good connection.

Computer off, and unplugged from power, open the computer case. BEFORE you reach inside firmly touch the metal frame of the computer case. (Not shouting)

Your body carries Static electricity, and Static will fry out (Short Circuit) computer hardware components.
Touching the metal frame of the open computer case, (unplugged from power) will relieve your body of Static.

After you remove the ram module/s it would also be best at this time to clean the contact pins on the bottom of the ram module/s.

[Gold plated contact pins,

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Generic_DDR_Memory_%28Xytram%29.jpg

The above photo, is to illustrate the gold plated contact pins on a typical ram memory module.
The ram module shown is a DDR Sdram ram module.
It has 184 contact pins. 92 on each side.

The ram memory modules used in your Dell are DDR2 Sdram. 240 contact pins. 120 on each side]

To remove the ram module/s:
I don't know if you've been inside a computer before. If you have please disregard the following.

When you open your computer you're going to see a small mass of wires, and the ram module/s will be a little difficult to get to.

I find it best to remove all cables to the computer, open the computer case, and lay the computer down on it's side, on a towel, on top of a table.
Much easier to access that ram memory.

This is Dell Support, and the main menu for the Service Manual, for your Dell Dimension 5150,

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim5150/en/sm/index.htm

If you click on the sub-heading - Removing and Installing Parts, you'll find information on how to remove,and install your ram memory module/s.

On this page click on - Memory, at the top left.

If this doesn't work, or you need more information about the above, let me know in a Comment.

I assume the power LED is on when you boot up the laptop and the power adapter is OK.
If I understand you, the RAM module is in memory slot A and not in slot B. If not the RAM module needs to be in slot A.
When a laptop doesn't the RAM module may only needs re-seating or the RAM module is faulty.
Re-seat the RAM module, and if this then take the RAM module and get it tested at your friendly computer shop.

This is related to Hardware.

There might be a lose Ram of data cable connection on Motherboard.

This type of issue is also seen when the there is dust accumulation on Process Fan and CPU fan resulting in over heating.

This might also be due to malfunction of a motherboard.

The third reason could be that SMPS his not working.

There is problem with your RAM , if you know to open your machine side cover open it , there will be a vertically fixed green color chip is called RAM , have to remove by releasing the white color locks at both ends of the RAM, and then RUB the RAM contacts with a normal eraser to clean the fungus layer , after that refix the RAM by watching the position of the small cut in the RAM , you will get display Thank you but dont forget to vote for me. the RAM picture is below

Switch comp off, open it up, locate RAM modules, normally in slots next to each other, any free spaces, plug more RAM in, if no free slots, remove one of them,check its size, replace with larger. They held in by two white clips situated ar either end.

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim5150/en/om/WD846A02.pdf

Try the above might help.

The board you put in should have a model no ont and rev no.

Cheers
pcfixit

Hi

Dell Dimension 5150 supports DDR2 400MHz (PC2-3200) and DDR2 533MHz (PC2-4300) unbuffered SDRAM Memory (DIMM). You may install a total of four DIMMs in capacities of 256MB, 512MB, or 1GB. The maximum memory supported is 4GB.

From your query, I think the obvious question is; What is specification of the PNY DIMM and/or does the PNY DIMM meet the requirements for Dimension 5150?

Check for memory configuration and installation procedures for Dimension 5150 - http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim5150/en/sm/parts1.htm#wp1364711

The Chipset used on Dimension 5150 is Intel 945G Express. I am not aware of specific compatibility issues regarding the Intel 945G and PNY Memory modules. However, there may really be known issues that I am not aware of.

To proceed, ensure that the PNY Memory is compatible with Dimension 5150. If not, install compatible (memory type, speed, capacity) DIMMs.

Let me know if further help is needed.

Mike