How specifically do I maxout the RAM capabilities of my computer in BIOS? Is that even possible?

Question

Am I missing something? I have upgraded, and there is still not enough umph. I know that a computer will only run as fast as its slowest component. But, I am wondering if there is something in BIOS that I should change so that the RAM is utilized better. Perhaps something I over looked.

Answer 1

Enter BIOS. Enter clock settings. Loosen RAM timings. Drop CPU multiplier. Overclock FSB to your heart's content. Slowly bring up multiplier to stable level. Tighten RAM timings. Enjoy your newly overclocked PC.
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Answer 2

Normally with all newer components they will wet themselves up automatically with the CMOS (what you call the BIOS). YOu can check by entering your CMOS Setup screen when you boot and check to see if the RAM listed is the RAM you have installed. If not them there is something not right either you installed it incorrectly or in the case with DDR2 you have one stick instead of two. Some motherboards are picky about how many sticks you have and whether or not they are the same type.

Not knowing more about your computer it is hard to say where the problem lies but someother things you might try to speed up performance is doing a defrag on your HD or is your HD is to full tery upgradeing it. Windows uses free space on your HD as Virtual Memory to complement your RAM. Also check to see if internal components are getting enough cool air. Heat is bad for computers and can often cause performance problems.

Lastly check your power requirments. OEMs (Thats your computer Manufacturer) tend to only put 200 - 250 watt PSUs in their computers and upgrades will strain that causeing performance problems.

Good Luck

Addition: Be careful with overclocking. Mess up and it is goodbye component. And worse this is considered Abuse and not covered under warranty.

Answer 3

YES it is possible in BIOS, especially in enthusiast boards but hardly in branded PCs.

What you can usually optimize are the timings. Tight timings = fast memory. RAM also gets speedy when overclocking the processor. This is something not for newbies. But once you venture out into this and you stay within stock voltages, it is highly unlikely that you will damage anything (based on my personal experience of doing and enjoying it for almost 4 years now).

Answer 4

DDR1, DDR2, DDR3, DDR4 verify with the slots interior the motherboard, not the DDR standards!! First, verify to work out in case you have any loose slots. in case you do, you opt for DDR333 RAM, or laptop-2700 RAM (they propose an identical ingredient)

Answer 5

what the first guy said is a ad idea if you over clock your pc you can meagerly damage it and end up havening to buy a new one. so think is it worth havening the chance to have to buy a new one...