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Is this method adding the RAM or replacing the laptop RAM?

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It's not replacing your laptop's RAM. It's using the pen drive as RAM memory along with your real RAM.

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How do I stop using my pen drive as RAM and use it as a data storage device?

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Just go to ready boost again and tick the mark on "Do not use this device" and you can use it as a data storage device.

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How do I remove the pendrive after completing my work?

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Just go to computer Properties and deselect the virtual memory. Then go to the USB setting and remove the ready-boost (do not use this device) then apply and format. Then restart your PC.

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Does the pen drive need to stay plugged in constantly in order to function as RAM?

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Yes, it does. If you remove it, your entire system will shut down, and you risk corrupting important system files. It is best to use a reliable, micro-USB and/or have it stuck firmly to the computer.

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Will using a pen drive as RAM improve game performance?

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Yes, but probably not significantly enough because USB is fast in comparison to a hard drive, but not in comparison to real RAM.

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What does it mean to use a pen drive as RAM?

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Using a pendrive as RAM might increase performance by using a different type of high speed storage (in this case, a USB pendrive) as room to do operations.

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I have Windows XP service pack 2, and I want to install Windows 7. It needs near 500 MB Ram, but I have only 258. Can I install Windows using this trick?

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No. It does not transform your pen drive. RAM is more like virtual RAM, like you have in your hard drive.

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How do I safely stop using my pen drive as RAM?

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To turn ReadyBoost on or off, plug a flash drive or flash memory card into your computer. In the Autoplay dialog box, under General options, click Speed Up My System. In the Properties dialog box, click the ReadyBoost tab, and then turn ReadyBoost off, click Do Not Use This Device.

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Can I use this method on my laptop?

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Yes. You can use it on your laptop.

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Where can I check that the RAM has increased after using a pen drive?

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Open Windows Explorer using (Windows+E), on the left hand corner. Right-click "This PC" or "Computer" (depending on your operating system). Then click Properties. You can now view all the System information such RAM, processor etc.

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Can I use this for gaming?

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Yes.

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How do I unpack an .exe file on my PC?

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Just double click on it. It will ask you to accept terms and conditions. Then just click "next" as required.

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Is it safe if I shut down my computer and remove USB and re-connect again when I turn my computer on again?

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It is not safe if you shut down your computer and remove the USB. The USB will break.

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Does the USB memory add to the total memory?

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Not necessarily. The USB was made to carry data, so the data is actually on the stick, but is shown on the computer as "extra storage." Also, computer storage is way different than memory; I suggest you read up a little on terminology so you don't end up using the wrong words.

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Does this USB RAM works along with my present RAM? If I have 2 GB ram and I allot 4 GB of my pen drive, will I have 6 GB working RAM in my PC?

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Not really, the added pen drive RAM will be virtual or "swap" memory.

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Will increasing the size of my pen drive increase my gaming performance?

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No, not really. Buy a new graphics card and upgrade the CPU. RAM doesn't do much unless you are using less than 6GB.

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Will this help in upgrading my laptop's RAM from 4GB to 8GB for better gaming performance?

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Yes, most modern games run significantly better having 8GB of Ram compared to 4GB. If you can (if your budget allows for it), 16GB of RAM would be optimal for gaming.

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Can I use a whole 32 GB pen drive as a ram on an old laptop (Compaq 2008 model)?

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If it runs Windows XP and newer, then yes. The minimum pen drive space is 2 GB.

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Is it possible to boost a processor using a flash drive?

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No, that's not possible. However, if your processor supports overclock feature, then you can overclock it by some frequency.

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Can I use pen drive as a permanent?

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You can, as long as you do not remove the pendrive. And the ram will only be considered 'swap memory'.

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I have 4 GB RAM initially and I want to make it 8 GB. Can I do that using 16 GB pen drive?

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The pen drive acts as virtual memory. It will give you a boost in speed, but won't be the same as adding another 4 GB of RAM.

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Can I play very heavy games on my core i3 using this method?

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No, this additional RAM is not very effective in gaming performance.

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I did what was told, but when I checked the RAM it had not changed. Why?

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This is not actual physical memory that will be reported by the system as RAM, it is a temporary workspace for operations, known as virtual memory. You can check it by following Steps 2 - 5 in Method 1.

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Will Readyboost increase my RAM or my CPU?

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No. It increases your virtual memory, a workspace for running programs, which would be more closely related to RAM.

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Can I play high level games with this method?

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No, you will not be able to play high level games if you use this method.

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Which would be better to use -- an external hard disk or a pen drive?

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Probably a pen drive. You can let it remain connected for longer use and it won't waste extra memory.

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Can I use my flash drive as a more mainstream RAM device?

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No, this method is to be used in addition to your real RAM. It can't replace the actual RAM.

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I'm using 6 GB RAM, so can I use an external 1 TB hard drive for game development and rendering processes?

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Don't waste your time, it doesn't make much difference for these functions. Buy dedicated RAM instead.

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