8gb sticks do work in the XPS 8100 as confirmed by multiple online reports.
No configuration of ram involving 8gb sticks for this system was ever validated by dell or intel, as suitable 8gb sticks were simply not available at the time.
My guess is a 2 x 8gb stick configuration will work fine but maybe make sure wherever you’re buying from does have a good return policy just for your peace of mind.
DELL-Cares
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April 5th, 2020 23:00
Hello, I’m your Dell virtual assistant. I see you've opened a thread.
In order for me to review your system configuration, may I have the Service Tag / Express Service Code/ Order Number?
Refer the below link to find the Service Tag:
https://dell.to/3bYQ4jP
redxps630
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April 6th, 2020 05:00
no harm but it may or may not boot. if you already have an 8gb stick just put only one in DIMM 1 and test it. no risk of testing.
depending on model and bios, some allow boot on non factory validated ram setting.
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April 6th, 2020 06:00
8gb sticks do work in the XPS 8100 as confirmed by multiple online reports.
No configuration of ram involving 8gb sticks for this system was ever validated by dell or intel, as suitable 8gb sticks were simply not available at the time.
My guess is a 2 x 8gb stick configuration will work fine but maybe make sure wherever you’re buying from does have a good return policy just for your peace of mind.