Re: Memory costs

Double checked with my boss.  You have to be quite clear on the exact part 
numbers you are ordering.  You will pay significantly more for the higher 
density chips, but if you are planning for growth and are planning on 
using the extra slots then it might behoove you to do so.  That is why IBM 
does it this way, to keep your initial cost way down.  But if your 
paperwork specifically said you are ordering a higher density chip and IBM 
gives you the same amount of memory, but it lower density chips then you 
have one of two legs to stand on.
If IBM only charged you for the lower price chips then they should offer 
you an upgrade path.  However, it would look better if you checked the 
order with what you received at installation time, not when you go to 
upgrade.
If IBM charged you for the higher density chip then they plain ripped you 
off.

Rob Berendt