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Memory for my XP 400
My computer is a 32 bit processor (I need explaining on this) and I just upgraded to 2 gb from 1 gb. Recently I had a virus on my computer of which has never been resolved since my first session with Dell. Everytime they fix something, I get another problem. Just last night I installed the Norton 360 Premier (installed by Dell). Please keep in mind that everytime I talk with Dell, I get con into buying something for whatever reason. Last night I purchased 2 more gb which will be my computer's capacity. I was told by several computer techs that Windows XP only recognizes 2gb (I need explaining on this also). So I hoping that I get an honest response from you.
Is it worth it me getting the other 2 gb to exceed my capacity since I am told that it will only recognize 2gb?
shesagordie
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February 19th, 2009 11:00
ShabbyChic40
As you have a 32-bit system, the better memory upgrade, would be to 3gb, but as you have XP, the 2gb should be more than adequate.
When you have a 32bit system, this does not recognize 4gb of memory. 3gb± is all a 32bit system can address.
Basically what it means is, while you can install 4gb of memory in the system, the reason it’s not recognized is mainly due to 32-bit processors & 32-bit applications on memory address limitations.
64-bit processors & operating systems will recognize beyond the 32-bit limitation.
See HERE
Bev.
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February 20th, 2009 05:00
Thank you for you response. It was definitely helpful.
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February 20th, 2009 10:00
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Happy to have helped.
Bev.