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Can I use 2 different makes of DDR to get Dual Channel

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Can I match my Patriot PC3200 DDR 400mhz (3-4-4-8) with a Crucial PC3200 DDR 400mhz to get Dual Channel ? I can't find the timing for the Crucial hardly anywhere. One reviewer at Newegg says its at 3-4-4-8, but when I called Crucial they have no clue...tried to sell me a matched pair...
I know you can run different makers and achieve Dual Channnel, if, capacity, size, and timings are the same because I'm doing it with 2 different makes of 512mb in another rig.
Does anybody know for sure what the timings of Crucial's PC3200 is ? I've found it for $11.99 after rebate is why I'm trying to find out, rather than pay the $34.99 going rate most places.
Thanks for any help/advice you may have.
Brian

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