Partition details for RAM disk memory usage

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GoMigs
Senior Member

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06-13-2025, 06:07 AM

Yes, you're using just a small portion of your available memory. With 32GB of RAM and an 8GB partition, the remaining 24GB is typically reserved for system operations and other processes.

GoMigs

06-13-2025, 06:07 AM #1

Yes, you're using just a small portion of your available memory. With 32GB of RAM and an 8GB partition, the remaining 24GB is typically reserved for system operations and other processes.

InoueAlice
Senior Member

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06-13-2025, 12:25 PM

It depends on the program configuration; some use only what they require, while others check RAM consumption.

InoueAlice

06-13-2025, 12:25 PM #2

It depends on the program configuration; some use only what they require, while others check RAM consumption.

Larenim
Junior Member

06-13-2025, 01:16 PM

ImDisk allocates memory dynamically rather than reserving a fixed amount upfront. You can check the activity in Task Manager for details.

Larenim

06-13-2025, 01:16 PM #3

ImDisk allocates memory dynamically rather than reserving a fixed amount upfront. You can check the activity in Task Manager for details.

roydemooij9
Member

06-13-2025, 02:35 PM

Upon reboot, I accessed Task Manager and saw the following details: In use = 10.2GB (0 MB) Free space = 21.7GB

roydemooij9

06-13-2025, 02:35 PM #4

Upon reboot, I accessed Task Manager and saw the following details: In use = 10.2GB (0 MB) Free space = 21.7GB

elehal
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06-13-2025, 04:30 PM

Typically the entire system consumes about 3 to 4 gigabytes of RAM. After partitioning and allocating 8 gigabytes, you're likely operating with roughly 10 to 13 gigabytes, which is within the expected range.

elehal

06-13-2025, 04:30 PM #5

pookey56
Member

06-15-2025, 09:58 AM

In short, creating a RAM disk reduces the available memory for the operating system. I believed this would happen only if the RAM disk fills up completely.

pookey56

06-15-2025, 09:58 AM #6

In short, creating a RAM disk reduces the available memory for the operating system. I believed this would happen only if the RAM disk fills up completely.

Summer_Cool
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06-22-2025, 11:19 PM

It seems you believed it only used what was needed, but it didn't quite work that way. We did pick up some valuable lessons today, right?

Summer_Cool

06-22-2025, 11:19 PM #7

It seems you believed it only used what was needed, but it didn't quite work that way. We did pick up some valuable lessons today, right?

EilaMummo
Member

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06-23-2025, 01:16 AM

You'd also need to verify if that memory area can be swapped... since it can, Windows might move it to the pagefile if your page file is set up appropriately to use more space. Try filling your RAM with a simple, fast task—like resizing a 4K image to around 10K x 10K pixels and making copies (copy-paste in a folder or drag-and-drop while holding Ctrl/Shift). Then open them in Photoshop or GIMP to see the effect.

EilaMummo

06-23-2025, 01:16 AM #8

Fullalexis10
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06-25-2025, 07:32 PM

I configured my paging file to “None,” which equates to zero MB, ensuring it relies entirely on RAM.

Fullalexis10

06-25-2025, 07:32 PM #9

I configured my paging file to “None,” which equates to zero MB, ensuring it relies entirely on RAM.

Turquose
Member

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06-25-2025, 09:28 PM

#10

Never do that. A page file is usually more beneficial, even at a modest size like 256 MB or 1 GB. The number of writes stays minimal and won’t damage your SSD.

Turquose

06-25-2025, 09:28 PM #10

Never do that. A page file is usually more beneficial, even at a modest size like 256 MB or 1 GB. The number of writes stays minimal and won’t damage your SSD.

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