Lifetime of RAM connectors

Maxxarcade · 08-06-2007, 06:29 PM

Anyone know what the average lifetime (insert/remove cycles) of RAM sockets is? I have a couple systems that are used for testing, and I'm concerned about wearing out the RAM slots from repeated use. I already have a board with worn out PS/2 connectors.

And I'm curious what non-server chipsets/boards support registered RAM. I know the Shuttle AK31 supposedly did, but I never tried it.

Sparky · 08-06-2007, 07:45 PM

I have yet to wear out any memory sockets. Even old boards' sockets work fine. Those PS2 sockets tend to wear out more for whatever reason.

BTW, if you need replacement PS2 sockets I have a set here you can have for the cost of shipping + $1 for gas to the PO

They are used but in good condition, the sockets look practically brand new.

Galvanized · 08-06-2007, 07:48 PM

Good question...IDK. But one could use a cleaner, conductant, lubricant like http://www.deoxit.com/

**Topcat** · 08-06-2007, 08:12 PM

My test stick of PC133 and PC3200 have been in many hundreds of boards.... still good. I can see the marks on the tabs from all the insertions and removals, still no problems.

Shroomie · 08-06-2007, 08:16 PM

If you do have issues, try going over the traces with a soft pencil eraser. It's helped me out a couple times.

(edit: 350)

Harvey · 08-07-2007, 04:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shroomie

If you do have issues, try going over the traces with a soft pencil eraser. It's helped me out a couple times.

(edit: 350)

Or a fiberglass pencil, which works better than a eraser.

**kc8adu** · 08-07-2007, 05:37 AM

the gold is real thin on most contacts.
i use a deoxit pen.much safer.

Maxxarcade · 08-07-2007, 09:48 AM

I was actually referring to the motherboard sockets, not the ram contacts. But I usually just use a bit of denatured alcohol to clean those. I also have some CAIG Pro-Gold that I use of there is evidence of corrosion.

Galvanized · 08-07-2007, 10:32 AM

Pro-Gold is not a cleaner. It will not remove oxidation.
I use Pro-Gold on all battery contacts..Stuff really works.

Maxxarcade · 08-07-2007, 11:55 AM

I used it on an RJ11 connector for a cheap security camera that had been exposed to the weather and corroded. I was constantly having problems with it, but after I put Pro-Gold on it, it never had issues again, even after getting rained on for months

08-06-2007, 06:29 PM	#1
Maxxarcade Badcaps Veteran Join Date: Jul 2006 City & State: Genesee County, Michigan Posts: 882	Lifetime of RAM connectors Anyone know what the average lifetime (insert/remove cycles) of RAM sockets is? I have a couple systems that are used for testing, and I'm concerned about wearing out the RAM slots from repeated use. I already have a board with worn out PS/2 connectors. And I'm curious what non-server chipsets/boards support registered RAM. I know the Shuttle AK31 supposedly did, but I never tried it.

08-06-2007, 07:45 PM	#2
Sparky High voltage Join Date: Jan 2007 City & State: Ohio My Country: USA Line Voltage: 120VAC 60Hz I'm a: Hobbyist Tech Posts: 224	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors I have yet to wear out any memory sockets. Even old boards' sockets work fine. Those PS2 sockets tend to wear out more for whatever reason. BTW, if you need replacement PS2 sockets I have a set here you can have for the cost of shipping + $1 for gas to the PO They are used but in good condition, the sockets look practically brand new. __________________ Last edited by Sparky; 08-06-2007 at 07:54 PM..

08-06-2007, 07:48 PM	#3
Galvanized Badcaps Veteran Join Date: Mar 2006 City & State: SoCal,USA Posts: 468	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors Good question...IDK. But one could use a cleaner, conductant, lubricant like http://www.deoxit.com/

08-06-2007, 08:12 PM	#4
Topcat The Boss Stooge Join Date: Oct 2003 City & State: Salem, MO My Country: United States Line Voltage: 120VAC 60Hz I'm a: Professional Tech Posts: 6,384	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors My test stick of PC133 and PC3200 have been in many hundreds of boards.... still good. I can see the marks on the tabs from all the insertions and removals, still no problems. __________________ <--- Badcaps.net Owner & Forum Administrator!! Badcaps.net Services: Premade Capacitor Kits Badcaps.net Capacitor Master List Motherboard Repair Services If you've come here in search of replacement capacitors or repair services, please use the links above. ---------------------------------------------- Badcaps.net Forum Members Folding Team http://folding.stanford.edu/ Team : 49813 Join in!! Team Stats

08-06-2007, 08:16 PM	#5
Shroomie Badcaps Veteran Join Date: Apr 2006 City & State: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 356	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors If you do have issues, try going over the traces with a soft pencil eraser. It's helped me out a couple times. (edit: 350) __________________ You know there's something wrong when you open up a PSU and are glad to find Teapos. Why I don't buy cheap cases!

08-07-2007, 05:37 AM	#7
kc8adu Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 City & State: dayton ohio Posts: 6,435	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors the gold is real thin on most contacts. i use a deoxit pen.much safer.

08-07-2007, 09:48 AM	#8
Maxxarcade Badcaps Veteran Join Date: Jul 2006 City & State: Genesee County, Michigan Posts: 882	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors I was actually referring to the motherboard sockets, not the ram contacts. But I usually just use a bit of denatured alcohol to clean those. I also have some CAIG Pro-Gold that I use of there is evidence of corrosion.

08-07-2007, 10:32 AM	#9
Galvanized Badcaps Veteran Join Date: Mar 2006 City & State: SoCal,USA Posts: 468	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors Pro-Gold is not a cleaner. It will not remove oxidation. I use Pro-Gold on all battery contacts..Stuff really works.

08-07-2007, 11:55 AM	#10
Maxxarcade Badcaps Veteran Join Date: Jul 2006 City & State: Genesee County, Michigan Posts: 882	Re: Lifetime of RAM connectors I used it on an RJ11 connector for a cheap security camera that had been exposed to the weather and corroded. I was constantly having problems with it, but after I put Pro-Gold on it, it never had issues again, even after getting rained on for months

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