What Is 64-Mbit RAM Memory Chip?

Memory chips are arranged on the RAM module.

RAM modules are the physical memory installed into your computer's motherboard. This memory is used to open and run programs. RAM modules that are not compatible with your motherboard either will not fit or will not be recognized by the system.

Memory Chips

Memory chips are the small, black rectangles located on the RAM module. Usually there are eight or 16 chips on the module. A 64-Mbit (megabit) chip would be able to handle 64 Mbit of information.

Memory Organization

Inside the chip, the memory is arranged in an array. This is a system of rows and columns. Manufacturers arrange the memory into banks. In a 64-Mbit chip, the memory is most likely arranged in four banks.

Total Memory

A memory module with 64-Mbit chips would have a capacity equal to the number of chips times 64 Mbit. If the module has eight chips, it will have a capacity of 512 Mbit or 64 MB (megabytes). A megabyte is equal to 8 Mbit, so if the module has 16 chips, it will have a capacity of 1024 Mbit or 128 MB.

References

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