Random Question about ReadyBoost


  1. DarkDavil
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    Random Question about ReadyBoost


    As i am using a laptop - i was given the option to "upgrade" my laptop from my parents... So i bought a new SSD to replace my HD... and i didnt really wanna buy 2 chips of 4GB ram each, so i am thing about using Microsoft's ReadyBoost stuff...

    Currently in my laptop - I have a new SSD, and also 4GB ram ( 2x2GB)
    But can i keep my ram, and like buy a USB or whatever readyboost uses to get an additional 4GB into my system... (not buying a new computer for a while)

    So..

    Any problems with readyboost? Does it work fine? Reported Issues?
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  3. Brink
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    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
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    Hello DarkDavil,

    I think you may have misunderstood what ReadyBoost is. It does not replace or add to your RAM, but instead is a compliment to your RAM and page file. You can read more details about it in the tutorial below though.

    ReadyBoost - Setup and Use

    Given your system specs, I do not think you will notice much or any improvement using ReadyBoost. You can give it a try to see though. I have not had any problems with ReadyBoost when I tried it.

    Hope this helps,
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  4. sup3rsprt
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    XP, Seven, 2008R2
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    I don't see any problems with doing that. However Readyboost is no substitute for physical RAM in my opinion.
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