Windows 7 on a 64-bit system supports up to 4 GB of RAM.

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03-28-2023, 11:56 PM

Hello, I see you're dealing with a RAM issue. Your system has 8GB of RAM installed, but Windows only sees 4GB. The 64-bit Ultimate version is running, and your BIOS confirms the correct amount, though it doesn't appear to work. You're using Corsair Vengeance 1600MHz on an MSI-970A-G46 AM3+ board, which has worked well so far. Can you clarify if the RAM is recognized by Windows or if there are any error messages?

timidgecko1134

03-28-2023, 11:56 PM #1

iJoeaholic
Junior Member

03-31-2023, 10:09 AM

One slot or one stick could be faulty.

iJoeaholic

03-31-2023, 10:09 AM #2

One slot or one stick could be faulty.

Mapley
Member

240

03-31-2023, 07:02 PM

I attempted that, but it didn't address the issue.

Mapley

03-31-2023, 07:02 PM #3

I attempted that, but it didn't address the issue.

MarniDK
Member

03-31-2023, 11:30 PM

Yes, you tested each stick individually.

MarniDK

03-31-2023, 11:30 PM #4

Yes, you tested each stick individually.

LethalCuddles
Junior Member

04-01-2023, 12:42 AM

I also performed the test in another system and everything functioned correctly. I even reset the BIOS to check.

LethalCuddles

04-01-2023, 12:42 AM #5

I also performed the test in another system and everything functioned correctly. I even reset the BIOS to check.

___ducky___
Member

149

04-01-2023, 01:48 AM

Find a comparable issue here: A workaround that helped someone is mentioned.

_ducky_

04-01-2023, 01:48 AM #6

Find a comparable issue here: A workaround that helped someone is mentioned.

RoadToDead
Junior Member

04-01-2023, 09:07 AM

I attempted that now, but the computer reports 8,00GB of RAM installed while only 3.95GB is available. I just have one comment for this issue: "Im gonna get a Mac"

RoadToDead

04-01-2023, 09:07 AM #7

I attempted that now, but the computer reports 8,00GB of RAM installed while only 3.95GB is available. I just have one comment for this issue: "Im gonna get a Mac"

LBGareth
Junior Member

04-01-2023, 01:04 PM

Are your BIOS/UEFI settings current? After adding more RAM to your system, Windows reported only 8 GB was available, but CPU-Z indicated 16 GB. Updating your UEFI resolved the issue.

LBGareth

04-01-2023, 01:04 PM #8

Are your BIOS/UEFI settings current? After adding more RAM to your system, Windows reported only 8 GB was available, but CPU-Z indicated 16 GB. Updating your UEFI resolved the issue.