Updating an iPod Classic to use flash memory (a Compact Flash card specifically) rather than it’s typical hard drive can breathe new life into your dying device. Check out the rest of this post for descriptions and details of the process.
Memory upgrade courtsey of Daphne
You probably didn’t notice, but I just threw four times more memory into the server (the one pictured next to Daphne above). While adding a few sets of images to the image gallery a few days ago, I noticed that the machine was swapping (using some disk space as memory) which is considerably slower than actual memory usage. As this machine was originally my high school graduation gift (and therefore six years old this August) I figured a bit of an upgrade was in order. I put in an order at NewEgg for 2x1GB = 2GB of Corsair XMS series, low latency, tested pair, screaming fast, super sweet memory. This is exactly the same as the old memory, only four times as large (from 2x256MB to 2x1GB). 2GB is the limit of this machine, so I’m maxed out there. I could find an old Socket A AMD 3200+ processor, but I don’t know how much of a difference that will make.
Enjoy the ramz! Thank you Daphne!
