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Can I change my original RAM if I have only one slot for RAM in my computer?

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Yes, but make sure you also know your operating system capacity. If you are using 32bit Windows, its maximum capacity is 4GB.

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There are two slots in my PC. Can I install 4 and 8 GB RAM there? It is a 64 bit PC.

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Yes, you can. Just make sure they are both the same type, speed, voltage, etc. Check that as much as possible is the same (except RAM amount) so it works. It takes lots of research.

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Can increasing the RAM on my computer make it work faster and not freeze?

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Yes. But if it is still sluggish, remove unnecessary programs and data on desktop, and browser caches.

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Why is it that even though I installed 2x4GB RAM, only one is supported?

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It's because you have a 32 bit system. 32 bit systems can only utilize 4 gigs of RAM, no more than that.

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I have an all-in-one PC with 2 GB RAM and a 32-bit system. It has an Intel Core i3 2100 @ 3.10 GHz. What is the maximum RAM?

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By their nature, 32-bit systems can only use a maximum of 4 GB of RAM, but the actual maximum RAM your computer can use will be limited by your motherboard. Based on the processor you've listed, your motherboard should be more than capable of handling 4 gigs. Sounds like you're bottlenecked by your OS.

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RAM need to be installed in pairs. Do they have to be equals? Can a 1GB and 2GB be installed?

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No, you can install them as you want. But usuallly memory from the same KIT (type, manufacturer, freq, size) will be more reliable and stable (possibly faster).

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My laptop has a 2.8 GB RAM and a 64 bit system. The processor is Intel CoreTM i3 CPU M 380 @ 2.53GHz 4. What is the maximum RAM?

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Maximum RAM reached is 128GB. Typical gaming is 16GB, 32GB and 64GB.

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How can I figure out how much RAM I have?

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Right click on "My Computer," and select "Properties" from the menu that pops up. Under "System," you will see something like: Installed memory (RAM). The number that follows is how much RAM you have installed. The number in the parenthesis is how much RAM you have available.

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How do I increase my computer's RAM?

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Refer to this article: How to Increase the RAM on a PC .

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Bios comes on when my system is loading. Where's Windows?

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Based on the limited information you've given, I'm guessing your boot device (hard drive) is either not recognized or does not have Windows installed. Try taking it to a computer store and asking for help.

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Can I get RAM from another laptop and slot it inside mine? No required voltage or MHZ?

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Yes, if it is the same style (DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4) and if it's the same form factor (laptop, desktop, or server). If it is the same style and form factor, voltage and frequency do not matter.

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Can I improve my onboard graphics by increasing the RAM capacity?

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No. Doing so won't increase performance, but it will let your PC handle more programs at once, allowing for much better multitasking in case you use heavy programs.

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I have an Intel Core2duo processor and G33 chipset. I have 1 GB DDR2 RAM already installed, and I want to increase my RAM by 2 GB. Can I? What it the difference between 660 and 800 RAM?

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The difference between 660 and 800 is only the speed at which they operate; it's best to have all your RAM with matching speeds, so verify the speed at which your existing RAM operates (unless you'll be replacing it with new instead of just adding to it). You can increase your RAM, but follow the steps in the wikiHow guide Find Out the Maximum RAM Capacity for Your Computer to see how much your computer can address.

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Can I keep my old RAM and just put new RAM in a free slot?

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Yes, unless you have a 32 bit operating system and already have 4 GB of RAM.

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It is necessary to see the motherboard before adding RAM?

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Yes, it is necessary. It would be a waste of time and money to install a 64 GB RAM on a 32 GB RAM limited by the motherboard, for example. Do not try exceeding the limit, as serious issues can occur.

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If i have upgraded from 32-bit to 64-bit, will my computer's RAM capacity increase?

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Yes, As long as your motherboard supports it. 32-bit Windows only utilizes a maximum of 4 gigabytes.

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How do I know the slot capacity for my RAM?

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Open your tower and you will find out by looking at the motherboard left side.

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How do I know how much RAM my computer can support?

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You'll can either check the user manual for your motherboard (if it's a custom build) or tower (if it's from a manufacturer), or check a site like Crucial.com that has an automated system for determining RAM capabilities.

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What app can I use to see the maximum RAM capacity on my PC?

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Go to Crucial.com and click "Scan Computer". This will download an app that will determine your current memory bank status, your maximum capability, and recommend RAM upgrade options.

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How can I know the limit of speed of RAM for my motherboard?

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It should say in the manual specifications section or online on the manufacturer's website. If your computer is from a company rather than home-built, sites like Crucial allow you to enter your manufacturer and model (or motherboard model) to determine which memory would be within your system's allowable range.

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What is the maximum RAM for Windows 10 64 bit with an Intel core i5-7200 3.16Ghz processor?

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RAM does not depend on your version of Windows or your Intel core. Try searching for the specs of your computer online or in Settings to find the RAM capacity.

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How much RAM can my laptop support if it's 64-bit?

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If your Windows OS is 64-bit, it can support up to 128 GB. However, your motherboard may not support that much RAM. If you run a 64-bit OS, then the motherboard is the controlling factor. See above.

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Can I upgrade ram without installing new Windows?

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You can. However, if you are using the 32-bit version of Windows and want to have more than 4 GB RAM, then you need to install 64-bit Windows.

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How much RAM can I upgrade to with my computer specs: Windows 10 Home 64-bit CPU, (17-17-17-39) motherboard?

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This normally depends on the motherboard. If you still have the book that comes with the motherboard, it may tell you the max RAM speed and size, but if you are looking to see how many sticks of RAM you can have, you need to look to see how many RAM slots are on your motherboard.

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I have a HP 15-d002tx laptop with microprocessor Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3120M CPU @ 2.50GHz, currently with 4GB RAM. How much can I increase this?

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It depends on your motherboard specs. If you don't have this information, Google it.

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My Dell Inspiron 15 laptop is: CPU i3-3227U 6 GB kg RAM. What is my memory capacity?

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I assume you are talking about overall memory capacity such as HDD's and SSD's. These do not depend on your CPU or your RAM. According to Google, a Dell Inspiron 15 has an HDD capacity of 1 terabyte.

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I'm running msi-7592 model mother board with 3gh dusl core nd 64bit operation. How much RAM must I use?

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You must use 8gb RAM if you want a good running computer. Or you can go for higher GB such as 16 GB.

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Will my laptop perform faster if I increase RAM size?

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It depends on your use or workload. If you usually use almost all of your RAM, adding more RAM may make bottlenecks less likely, therefore making it slightly faster. If that is not the case, as in you hardly use any of your resources, then an upgrade may not be worth it.

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My PC is a Dell Inspiron 3000. If I want to make the most of my PC and use it for gaming, what should I do?

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Add more RAM (as per above). Replace your hard drive with a solid state drive of 250 GB or more - I recommend Samsung EVO. Delete every program that isn't a driver or something you routinely use.

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How do l know if my computer is too old?

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If it uses DDR RAM it is really an old computer. You can check RAM type by Downloading "CPU-Z".

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