Computer RAM Cases

Frequently Asked Questions About RAM Cases

These memory cases are specifically designed to protect and store RAM modules when they are not being used by your computer. The plastic material prevents the modules from being damaged over long periods of time. The process of buying RAM is simplified by eBay.

How do you choose the right case?

Memory cases can be divided up in the following ways:

• Storage capacity - This refers to the number of memory modules that can be stored by the tray. Some cases allow you to store heat sinks as well as memory modules.
• Physical size - There are generally two types of memory modules. They are known as DIMM and SO-DIMM. DIMM, which stands for dual inline memory module, is designed for desktop computers, servers, and other large computers. SO-DIMM, which stands for small outline dual inline memory module, is about half the physical size of DIMM. This allows it to fit inside of laptops and other computers with small form factors. Trays may fit DIMM, SO-DIMM, or both.
• Anti-static material - Static electricity can sometimes build up when an object with an electric charge comes into contact with another material. Electrostatic discharge material, or ESD for short, is a type of plastic that reduces static electricity to protect the sensitive memory from potential damage.

How do the RAM cases work?

Most trays are designed to fit the memory modules horizontally into individual slots. Others trays are only designed so that you can stack the memory modules vertically on top of each other. Choose the one that's right for you.

Does the type of memory module matter?

Apart from the physical differences between DIMM and SO-DIMM, all other memory modules should be fairly similar to each other. The main types of memory modules released since 2000 are DDR, DDR2, DDR3, and DDR4 modules. These memory modules have the exact same length, though there may be slight differences in height. If the memory is specifically designed for a server rather than a consumer computer, it may differ in height as well. As long as the tray has the correct height, you should be able to mix and match them together inside of the casing. The tray should list what kind of modules it will accept. However, if you plan to insert these modules into the motherboard of your computer, then you should make sure they are the exact same type as different generations of DDR memory cannot be mixed together on the motherboard.