8 GB memory installed, 4 GB available


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    8 GB memory installed, 4 GB available


    I have two different brands of RAM memory installed - 4 GB of each different kind. System reports that 8 GB are installed but only 4 GB available. I tried installing like memory in same color coded slots on main board but didn't make any difference where it's installed on the MB. How can I access the full 8 GB of RAM?
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    win7good said:
    I have two different brands of RAM memory installed - 4 GB of each different kind. System reports that 8 GB are installed but only 4 GB available. I tried installing like memory in same color coded slots on main board but didn't make any difference where it's installed on the MB. How can I access the full 8 GB of RAM?
    32 bit can only see 4 gigs. To use all of yours you are going to need 64 bit win7.
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    Thanks, zigzag - found that in another post shortly after posting. Amazing how much I can learn without ever posting - if I have the patience to read them all!
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    Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-Bit
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    You might even want to remove 4GB and keep it as spare RAM in case any modules fail.

    If you do so, make sure your remove a matching pair and keep them in an anti-static bag of some sort.
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    win7good said:
    Thanks, zigzag - found that in another post shortly after posting. Amazing how much I can learn without ever posting - if I have the patience to read them all!
    Welcome to SF.

    Glad you found it quickly
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