Indy RAM suppliers

[Elf]

Does anyone have a good supplier for the 72 pin parity 60-70ns SIMMs usable as Indy RAM? Ideally still selling the 32MB sticks.

I used to go to MemoryX for these sorts of things but unfortunately they seem to have gone under.

 

[weblacky]

If you're looking to max out an Indy system (256MB) with nice CHEAP ram...I've personally bought several eBay lots of HP D4892A part number RAM. I got the idea from Indigo2 GigaRAM builds that use the same series of HP RAM (only bigger). I've recently gotten each stick of the above mentioned ram for around $8-$10 a piece. Also great because all the RAM is identical and appearance and spec, so no issues.

HP Part numbers for RAM are great hidden vintage tech.

 

[Elf]

Good tip, thank you. Not so much on eBay at the moment but I will keep an eye out
Do you also have any memory dealers / resellers you favor?

 

[weblacky]

No, no dealers, just deals.

 

[Elf]

Well, this will do, [34x] :

From MemoryMasters on eBay. I have not tested this batch, but the last batch of [8x] 32MB 72 pin FPM Parity SIMMs from them worked well in a Challenge S.

 

[Elf]

Some of the 64s and 128s are working well in an Indigo2 so far:

 

[Jacques]

Why oh why did they just not use standard dimms on the O2! Good find there…

 

[Elf]

Indeed, very hard to find O2 memory anymore

It may be an unpopular opinion of a sort, but with the plastics crumbling (especially internally, not just externally / cosmetically) and with the difficulty in obtaining RAM, it might be a hard system to recommend to new users anymore.

 

[glitchwrks]

Seller will accept an offer of $12.50/ea if you're buying more than one, free shipping in the USA. Tested in my R4400 Indigo2, works fine:

SMART MODULAR 32MB 72pin SIMM MEMORY 8X36 PARITY FPM FP 60NS 72 PIN RAM No SGI | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for SMART MODULAR 32MB 72pin SIMM MEMORY 8X36 PARITY FPM FP 60NS 72 PIN RAM No SGI at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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No affiliation.

 

[RDP]

Hello all,

I'm seeing two active suppliers listed here, MemoryMatsers, and Keystron. I want to add 128mb (32x4) to my IP20 Indigo, which means I need a close, or matching set of four to make a single bank. How does one communicate with these sellers to ensure that you get a fully matching set? I ask since most places will only sell you up to two/pair at a time when matched?

And to confirm, I'm looking for FPM, parity, 70ns or faster 72-pin SIMMs, correct?



many thanks,
RDP

 

[Elf]

Hi! It looks like you are in luck with the Indigo 1 that actually takes standard RAM?

As far as a matching set, when I ordered from Memorymasters all the sticks were identical. You could probably ask, but I think this is the case by default for them at least.

I've only populated Indy and Indigo 2, but from my understanding the IP20 uses 72 pin parity FPM SIMMs, not sure what speed but I assume 70ns like the other platforms would be okay? Maybe someone else knows more specifically.

At least this page lists the memory as:

R4000 Indigo, Indy, Indigo 2: Industry Standard 72 pin pop-up, fast page-mode (FPM, a common variety; NOT EDO memory); "true parity"; 60-70ns.

 

[RDP]

Ok thanks, that points me to Memory Masters then for my first try!

I think they are bog standard parity non-EDO as you note.

Will post results later!

thanks
RDP

 

[supretao]

It is very boring to look for fit memory...
who can provide the datasheets of these proper memory?
Then ,eneryone can look for them acording to that standard.

 

[ghost180sx]

It is very boring to look for fit memory...
who can provide the datasheets of these proper memory?
Then ,eneryone can look for them acording to that standard.

There is no datasheet. You just have to use what SGI specified.

 

[supretao]

There is no datasheet. You just have to use what SGI specified.

Thanks for your reply.
I feel very fine now, I just got the 8X32M memory for my Indigo2 Impact.
Success to expand my lovely Indigo2's memory from 128M to 384M.
Then I can install and try some design software.
Now I looking for 4MB Texture module for my HighImpact graphic card sets.

 

[supretao]

oh, I just remember that the seller I have bought has some FPM 32M 72bit memory modules.
But I don't know how I can provide these memories for friends who needs them.

 

[ghost180sx]

oh, I just remember that the seller I have bought has some FPM 32M 72bit memory modules.
But I don't know how I can provide these memories for friends who needs them.

You can send me a direct message, if you like, with the info. I have both an Indigo2 like yours that I'd like 256MB for, and two Indys that could use another 256MB total. So I'm looking for about 16 SIMMs, depending on the price...

Were these SIMMs gold plated? Who was the original manufacturer?

 

[supretao]

You can send me a direct message, if you like, with the info. I have both an Indigo2 like yours that I'd like 256MB for, and two Indys that could use another 256MB total. So I'm looking for about 16 SIMMs, depending on the price...

Were these SIMMs gold plated? Who was the original manufacturer?

I have asked the seller, waitting for his reply.
The memory new installed are compatible with old one, runs well.
I used them for a few days, encounter no problems basically.
These memories portrait as below:

 

[supretao]

I guess we live too far away from each other. I live in China mainland.
The seller info is on an android app from China, not on Ebay..
We will need look for a proper purchase method...

 

[ghost180sx]

That RAM looks great. If you do find a way of connecting with the seller, let me know.
Are you finding SGI systems in mainland China?