Yes, I'm still looking for suitable ram expansion for my Yamaha 9000 Pro. I have used the search function on this and other forums, had some suggestions from other forum members, contacted music and computer accessory dealers, etc. It seems that no one has been able to say exactly what to buy short of the MEK64 Memory Kit sold by Yamaha. Now, a quote I just received from a Yamaha product specialist, "You can use any 72-pin 32 MB chips. You will need two of these. This is a generic computer acessory."

Any 72-pin 32 MB chips? Is it really that simple? According to the posts I've read on this forum and the Yahoo Groups it's not that simple. I don't want to seem too skeptical but living where I do I have to order all this sort of merchandise and need to get it right the first time if possible. What do you think? Should I buy "any 72-pin 32 MB chips", pay the extra cost and get the Yamaha set, or keep shopping?
Thanks,
Deaton

Hello.

You must look for an old PC(486 or Pentium I)
that have the same Ram chip.
I bought 64Mb for just US$20,00.

Regards
Chico

Deatonent,

I brought these RAM/memory Simms for my Yamaha Pro (I heard about the model number somewhere), and worked fine. They are CT8M32P2M6

Here is were I got mine from (UK) Compatible Simms for Yamaha Pro

You can order them from here (same firm only U.S)
CT8M32P2M6 simms from U.S supplier

I have heard of quite a few people who brought normal/computer 32MB Simms that didn't work. You could get lucky, but I paid a bit more out to Make sure. (trial & error can be very costly!)

Also Check my reply to Alain who asked a similar question HERE

I'd say if you brought Fast Page Mode • Non-parity • 60ns • 5V • 8Meg x 32 that are a different part number to the above...I would be suprised if they didn't work.

J5




[This message has been edited by Jupitar5 (edited 07-08-2002).]

Hey Deaton,

I have been going through chip after chip after chip and still have not found the right set for my 9000. So... as for any set of 72 pin simms working...FORGET ABOUT IT!.
I have a copy of some of the recommended models of chips that other forum members have had sucess with, however these appear to have been discontinued or updated with new model numbers. I'm on my way to Staples to follow up on some advise from another forum member and see if I can finally get the right memory. I just can't believe for a minute that we would ever have to pay Yamaha some outragous price for a pair of 72 pin simms. I just won't do it!
Anyway, good luck with your search. I am still "In Search Of.."

Regards,
Dennis Almond