Installed Memory(RAM)

Anonymous
2018-01-10T04:04:51+00:00

I have a PC with Windows 10 Pro installed in it.Here are its specifications:-

Processor:   Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-5005U CPU @ 2.00GHz  2.00GHz

Installed memory(RAM):  4.00 GB (2.44 GB usable)

System type:   64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

Here is a screenshot of my system(control panel):-

The main problem is that it shows I have only 2.44 GB usable RAM, What does it mean and how to increase it? Can anyone help me?

Thanks in advance!!

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  1. Neil D 34,010 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2018-01-10T09:34:21+00:00

    You don't say what graphics you have but the memory may be reserved to be used by onboard graphics.

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-01-10T09:20:41+00:00

    Hi Jyotirmay,

    Base on the screenshot you provided, it means you have a 3.5 GB usable memory out of the 4 GB memory installed. The amount of usable memory that you see is not exact amount. Usable memory is a calculated amount of the total physical memory minus "hardware reserved" memory.

    The reduction of the available system memory depends on the configuration of the following:

    • The devices that are installed in the computer and the memory that is reserved by those devices.
    • The ability of the motherboard to handle memory.
    • The System BIOS version and settings.
    • The version of Windows that is installed
    • Other system settings.

    If you find that much of your RAM is regularly being used, consider adding more RAM if possible, especially if your PC only has 1 or 2 gigabytes (GB) of RAM. To learn more about what kind of RAM your PC model uses, first look at the memory info in Task Manager, and then visit the PC manufacturer’s website for more specific info.

    1. Type of memory (RAM) PC uses
    2. RAM speed
    3. Memory slots used

    Here’s some info about the minimum memory requirements for Windows 10:

    • Windows 10 (32-bit) can run on a PC with 1 GB of RAM, but it runs better with 2 GB. For better performance, add memory so you have 3 GB or more.
    • Windows 10 (64-bit) can run on a PC with 2 GB of RAM, but it runs better with 4 GB. For better performance, add memory so you have 6 GB or more.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.

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