I have just installed more RAM but when I check on the properties, it doesn't show there is more RAM. Can someone let me know if my computer will just 'pick it up', or do I have to change settings?
Thanx
2006-06-24 05:43:54 · 16 answers · asked by Khrystal W 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
You must also check if the RAM that was already in ur computer can work with the one you just installed. For example if the RAM already in your comp was a PC2100 233 MHZ type of RAM, and the one you just put in was a PC2700 333MHZ type of RAM then it will not work, they must all be the same.
2006-06-24 05:48:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is pretty hard to put ram in wrong as long as it was seated and the retension clips clicked. how much ram do you have and what will the motherboard support, ie if it will only support 512 mb any amount more than that wont be recognized. you may have installed the wrong ram speed but that shouldnt matter because the computer will operate at the fastest speed of the slowest ram,if you have 2 different speeds, I would check that the ram is the same and seated properly
2006-06-24 07:24:09 · answer #2 · answered by johnman142 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the computer should in fact recognize that you have more ram, you don't have to do anything, if you bought the wrong ram, then the computer might not say that there is an error, it will simply not use the ram.
If you did however buy the appropriate ram, and installed it correctly, then it might be that your computer has peeked the limit of ram that you can have.
2006-06-24 05:49:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it doesn't show that you have more RAM and you've tried rebooting, the first thing to do is make sure the RAM stick is securely in the slot - it wouldn't be the first time that mistake was made... You have to push down pretty hard on it and make sure both ends go in with an audible "click!"
Hope that helps...
2006-06-24 05:49:07 · answer #4 · answered by eagle5953 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your ram modules if it's place properly in its slot. if it's not then remove them and insert it back properly. Now see if your ram is recognized by your system. If not, may be your operating system (OS)can not recognize your ram. Some OS(older ver.) can not recognize the add'l ram because its not capable, like windows 98, it can only detect ram up to 450mb i guess. So if you have old version of your OS better upgrade it as well.
2006-06-24 06:18:01 · answer #5 · answered by modcaps 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The computer should pick it up automatically. Make sure that you have installed a compatible RAM module. Also make sure that it is seated properly.
2006-06-24 06:00:50 · answer #6 · answered by Cjay 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's not seated properly on the motherboard, it won't show. It could also be possible that the motherboard only supports a specific amount of RAM. Check memory count on system bootup.
2006-06-24 05:48:09 · answer #7 · answered by Halo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might not be in all the way. It is supposed to just know it is there automatically. Quickly get your computer to someone who knows how to put it in right. Also, it is possible the RAM you added is not compatible, but unlikely if you researched it ahead of time.
2006-06-24 05:47:45 · answer #8 · answered by John Luke 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it suppose to pick it up, just try to remvoe it and reinstall it , is likely not properly installed, then if not showing then the memory is not compatible to the computer, althoguht the pc suppose to be making noise when it detect memory not worknig with it , just let the store know and replace the memory but 98% of Computers work with KINGSTON MEMORY ,so ask for it if they have i'm 100% sure the pc will work with it easily
2006-06-24 05:55:21 · answer #9 · answered by aliajao 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not have to change any settings, either RAM is installed incorrect or it is not the right type.
2006-06-24 05:47:53 · answer #10 · answered by Yankee Empire 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋