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Windows 7 Ultimate on a 64-bit system has no RAM limit, but it depends on your hardware and system configuration.

Windows 7 Ultimate on a 64-bit system has no RAM limit, but it depends on your hardware and system configuration.

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04-17-2016, 07:53 AM
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Yesterday I completed the upgrade from a 32-bit to a 64-bit desktop, aiming to fully utilize my 4 GB of RAM and meet the motherboard's requirements. I saved my previous system and set up a virtual machine from it, then performed a fresh Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit installation. After some time, the machine started working, but it was still restricted to 3.62 GB of RAM—something I had previously increased in the 32-bit version. The Resource Manager indicates that certain hardware is "Hardware Reserved." Someone could possibly assist in lifting this restriction. Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit supports up to 192 GB of RAM, and all my components should be compatible with 64-bit. Thanks ahead!
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Nightrangertwf
04-17-2016, 07:53 AM #1

Yesterday I completed the upgrade from a 32-bit to a 64-bit desktop, aiming to fully utilize my 4 GB of RAM and meet the motherboard's requirements. I saved my previous system and set up a virtual machine from it, then performed a fresh Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit installation. After some time, the machine started working, but it was still restricted to 3.62 GB of RAM—something I had previously increased in the 32-bit version. The Resource Manager indicates that certain hardware is "Hardware Reserved." Someone could possibly assist in lifting this restriction. Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit supports up to 192 GB of RAM, and all my components should be compatible with 64-bit. Thanks ahead!

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jonasb1357
Junior Member
15
04-24-2016, 04:19 AM
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Verify the BIOS settings for the graphics card memory allocation. As it's flagged as hardware reserved, the 380MB you see might only be allocated for that component.
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jonasb1357
04-24-2016, 04:19 AM #2

Verify the BIOS settings for the graphics card memory allocation. As it's flagged as hardware reserved, the 380MB you see might only be allocated for that component.

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BosnaKingz
Member
166
04-30-2016, 09:34 PM
#3
You’re limited to 4GB of RAM right now. To reach 8GB, you’ll need to upgrade the RAM on your motherboard.
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BosnaKingz
04-30-2016, 09:34 PM #3

You’re limited to 4GB of RAM right now. To reach 8GB, you’ll need to upgrade the RAM on your motherboard.

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relaxingbedo
Member
55
05-12-2016, 07:12 PM
#4
Always keeps a portion of memory set aside for the operating system. If you need extra space, purchase it!
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relaxingbedo
05-12-2016, 07:12 PM #4

Always keeps a portion of memory set aside for the operating system. If you need extra space, purchase it!

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Adabelle
Senior Member
724
05-15-2016, 12:13 PM
#5
No, I am not using integrated graphics.
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Adabelle
05-15-2016, 12:13 PM #5

No, I am not using integrated graphics.

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HaCo13
Junior Member
49
05-16-2016, 04:35 AM
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I'm verifying the setup. I have 16GB but only 13.8 GB available. It involves the operating system, page files, etc. You might consider adding another DIMM or purchasing a new set for additional memory.
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HaCo13
05-16-2016, 04:35 AM #6

I'm verifying the setup. I have 16GB but only 13.8 GB available. It involves the operating system, page files, etc. You might consider adding another DIMM or purchasing a new set for additional memory.

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nahte_ethan
Member
137
05-16-2016, 11:06 AM
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You have 12GB of RAM, and the system confirms full availability through the Control Panel, even when paging is active.
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nahte_ethan
05-16-2016, 11:06 AM #7

You have 12GB of RAM, and the system confirms full availability through the Control Panel, even when paging is active.

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Anton_Nord
Member
119
05-22-2016, 04:53 AM
#8
Check the link at the provided URL.
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Anton_Nord
05-22-2016, 04:53 AM #8

Check the link at the provided URL.

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05-22-2016, 05:03 AM
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It's typical for my performance to stay under 15gbs. For 12GB of RAM, keep an eye on your settings since they all operate together at the same frequency.
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pandagamer5002
05-22-2016, 05:03 AM #9

It's typical for my performance to stay under 15gbs. For 12GB of RAM, keep an eye on your settings since they all operate together at the same frequency.

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KINGSKOLL
Junior Member
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05-27-2016, 10:13 PM
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I'm keeping things consistent. Just to mention, I encountered a few problems earlier that led me to create three modules.
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KINGSKOLL
05-27-2016, 10:13 PM #10

I'm keeping things consistent. Just to mention, I encountered a few problems earlier that led me to create three modules.

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