Running Windows 11 Pro with maximum RAM during idle mode.

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Nucleoside
Member

12-17-2021, 11:29 AM

Over the past day or two I've seen increased RAM consumption when idle. My system has a 16x2 3600MHz processor and reached maximum usage at 50%. After rebooting, it returned to normal for a while, then settled around 30% idle and now hovers at 35% with light activity. Are others noticing similar trends?

Nucleoside

12-17-2021, 11:29 AM #1

bossboubay
Junior Member

12-18-2021, 03:08 PM

High RAM consumption by itself isn't problematic because Windows stores some for quicker access later. If this behavior is consistent across Windows 10, launch Task Manager and navigate to the Processes tab. Select "Memory" to arrange entries by usage and identify which programs are consuming it.

bossboubay

12-18-2021, 03:08 PM #2

IkBenHetBram
Senior Member

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12-18-2021, 06:38 PM

Is this a fresh setup? Are there any background applications active? Usually software prefers more memory when possible, so unless it’s creating a problem this appears typical. I handle several Windows 11 desktops with 16GB RAM, and these settings seem typical for me.

IkBenHetBram

12-18-2021, 06:38 PM #3

Matke04
Posting Freak

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12-18-2021, 07:25 PM

Taskmanager indicates the system consumes around 8GB of RAM after extended use, while your W11 runs on a 32GB system. It also notes the presence of an iGPU that utilizes part of the system RAM for VRAM. Check the auto-start and task scheduler to identify what applications launch automatically.

Matke04

12-18-2021, 07:25 PM #4

iTzMxritz
Member

12-19-2021, 05:00 PM

I checked and found Service Host Network Service consuming a lot of RAM. Changed my internet plan to metered, and usage returned to normal. Appreciate the help!

iTzMxritz

12-19-2021, 05:00 PM #5

I checked and found Service Host Network Service consuming a lot of RAM. Changed my internet plan to metered, and usage returned to normal. Appreciate the help!

lion9466
Junior Member

01-02-2022, 07:44 AM

Watch the waasmedic service cease and you'll see the effect! Or run a script to fully block updates (same outcome, just different method) – you won't be able to update or access the ms store, but it’ll save time in the long run!

lion9466

01-02-2022, 07:44 AM #6

SebestGamer
Junior Member

01-05-2022, 05:00 PM

The AI needs fresh information to function properly.

SebestGamer

01-05-2022, 05:00 PM #7

The AI needs fresh information to function properly.

_Skroutz_
Junior Member

01-07-2022, 05:47 PM

So long as Windows is giving "disposable" cached data the boot when something more important needs the memory, don't worry about it. That's what it's for! Unused RAM is wasted RAM.

_Skroutz_

01-07-2022, 05:47 PM #8

So long as Windows is giving "disposable" cached data the boot when something more important needs the memory, don't worry about it. That's what it's for! Unused RAM is wasted RAM.

Woozywolf65
Member

01-08-2022, 12:26 AM

I was worried about memory leaks. However, once I adjusted the connection settings, it appears to be working properly at least for now.

Woozywolf65

01-08-2022, 12:26 AM #9

I was worried about memory leaks. However, once I adjusted the connection settings, it appears to be working properly at least for now.

Juan2610
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01-08-2022, 10:02 PM

#10

It's possible the idea is true—some people say that enabling metered networking can slow down automatic updates and certain interactions between your PC and Microsoft.

Juan2610

01-08-2022, 10:02 PM #10

It's possible the idea is true—some people say that enabling metered networking can slow down automatic updates and certain interactions between your PC and Microsoft.

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