Dual / Single channel Memory Question

My understanding of dual channel memory is that it is matched. With that said If I was to get two single channel at say at 4 4 4 12. Would I be able to use it in the dual channel slots ? If no why not. Thanks

 

50/50 chance. Either you can, or can't.

Matched memory only means that it was tested in a dual channel configuration, therefore its warrantied and guaranteed to run dual channel.

I've bought generic ram before not guaranteed for dual channel, and not matched, and it has worked.

 

Iv never seen a set of sticks that dident run fine in dual channel.... I think "dual channel compatable" is just a gimmic.....but i could be worng...

 

That's what i was thinking. Thanks for replying.