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Windows 10 paging file issue Troubleshooting tips and solutions

Windows 10 paging file issue Troubleshooting tips and solutions

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DradziMC
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04-19-2016, 02:41 PM
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Windows typically relies on a paging file for performance, but with 32GB of RAM, disabling it shouldn't harm stability. It depends on your workload and system needs.
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DradziMC
04-19-2016, 02:41 PM #1

Windows typically relies on a paging file for performance, but with 32GB of RAM, disabling it shouldn't harm stability. It depends on your workload and system needs.

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Gagsu
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04-21-2016, 12:54 AM
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Yes, as long as you have enough physical RAM, it works. If you launch an app requiring over 32 GB, problems may arise. But a page file lets Windows shift unused data past physical memory, increasing space for active apps, which remains beneficial.
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Gagsu
04-21-2016, 12:54 AM #2

Yes, as long as you have enough physical RAM, it works. If you launch an app requiring over 32 GB, problems may arise. But a page file lets Windows shift unused data past physical memory, increasing space for active apps, which remains beneficial.

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HUNTERSWIPES
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05-07-2016, 10:30 PM
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Technically it's possible, but not always the case. The issue isn't just Windows itself. It usually relates to the software you're running. For instance, Adobe needs a pagefile, and their programs may behave poorly if it's turned off. Some software is designed to store data on the pagefile so low-RAM systems can still function, albeit with limitations.
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HUNTERSWIPES
05-07-2016, 10:30 PM #3

Technically it's possible, but not always the case. The issue isn't just Windows itself. It usually relates to the software you're running. For instance, Adobe needs a pagefile, and their programs may behave poorly if it's turned off. Some software is designed to store data on the pagefile so low-RAM systems can still function, albeit with limitations.

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05-09-2016, 10:06 PM
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You may encounter programs shutting down at odd moments and unusual actions. If you have enough memory, a suitable SSD size should be available to keep the page file manageable. When the pagefile is disabled, heavy usage will degrade performance further. Keep in mind that RAM stores programs in continuous blocks without gaps—no splitting or fragmentation. Programs remain fixed once loaded, so you might face crashes if RAM is fragmented or occupied by other processes. The pagefile helps by moving data around and expanding capacity when needed. With 32GB of RAM, you likely won’t need this feature right now, but future usage could change. Remember past perceptions of small RAM sizes being unimaginable; today 4GB feels excessive even for basic tasks. If you plan productive work and heavy RAM use, issues may arise. Turning off the pagefile only reduces storage space, which is a minor drawback compared to the risks.
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MinerJC_66
05-09-2016, 10:06 PM #4

You may encounter programs shutting down at odd moments and unusual actions. If you have enough memory, a suitable SSD size should be available to keep the page file manageable. When the pagefile is disabled, heavy usage will degrade performance further. Keep in mind that RAM stores programs in continuous blocks without gaps—no splitting or fragmentation. Programs remain fixed once loaded, so you might face crashes if RAM is fragmented or occupied by other processes. The pagefile helps by moving data around and expanding capacity when needed. With 32GB of RAM, you likely won’t need this feature right now, but future usage could change. Remember past perceptions of small RAM sizes being unimaginable; today 4GB feels excessive even for basic tasks. If you plan productive work and heavy RAM use, issues may arise. Turning off the pagefile only reduces storage space, which is a minor drawback compared to the risks.

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05-09-2016, 11:56 PM
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Windows handles the pagefile placement regardless of its location. It might simply be affected by your large hard drive.
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05-09-2016, 11:56 PM #5

Windows handles the pagefile placement regardless of its location. It might simply be affected by your large hard drive.

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