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Upgrading System Ram

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Date added:	07/19/2010
Date modified:	01/16/2011
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Increasing System Memory

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Increasing system memory is usually the cheapest and easiest way to increase system performance. However, not every system can be upgraded and it is possible that you may already have the optimal amount of system memory for your hardware/software configuration.

The first thing to do is determine how much memory is currently installed in your system and how much total memory your system is capable of utilizing. Depending on the operating system that you are using the amount of optimal memory varies. As a general rule of thumb Windows XP users will want to have 3 gigs for optimal performance and Windows Vista 3 gigs for the 32 bit version and 4 to 8 gigs for the 64 bit version...

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Troubleshooting Hardware Problems - System Won't Boot

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Date added:	07/19/2010
Date modified:	01/16/2011
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DIY Hardware Repair

System Won't Power-Up

Frequently a system that will not power-up may have inadvertently become unplugged or possibly a cable may have become loose. The following checklist is intended to eliminate a power connection or disconnected cable as the cause for a system not powering up.

Check to be sure that all power switches are in the on position. Check the back of the computer case. Many times there will be a power switch on the back of the computer near the location where the power cable attaches to the computer. Be sure that it is in the correct position...