PC hardware forum: memory upgrade to vista premium 32 bit

With the 32 bit memory map it is possible in some machines to achieve 2.1GB RAM when there is 3.0GB installed. Why this is, is well discussed and continues to confound owners.

As to what stick goes where and compatibility questions the simple way to check is to head to crucial.com and see what sticks they offer.

-> It's a shame that discussing why a memory upgrade failed rarely results in getting incompatible memory working. This is why, for most folk it's best to get it from crucial.
Bob

Thank you for the advise. I did get identical memory with the same speed but like I stated that which connects to memory slots to the system wasn't connected to 2 of the 4 slots. That's why I asked if I put a 2 gig in one of the slots if it would work so I wouldn't have to replace the entire motherboard. Plus, the ACER was a refurb! So will the system recognize a 2 gig in one of the memory slots?

Thanks Tony

You provide no clue as to the PC involved here. Help us, help you by providing the details. In most cases reviewing the manual or visiting the PC support website may shed some light on the topic. The other posters cover what also needs to be done.

tada -----Willy

number it's really difficult to recommend anything. Like HP Pavilion a1620N

If you can find the specific info ...you can check the system DOCs on the ACER website and check memory configuration at sites like CRUCIAL.COM. Without it ...we're just guessing and generalizing.

VAPCMD