4gb Ram But Only 2.97 Usable



Last updated on December 7th, 2017

On a computer that is running Windows 7, the usable memory (RAM) may be less than the installed memory. For example, a 32-bit version of Windows 7 may report that there is only 3.5 GB of usable system memory on a computer that has 4 GB of memory installed. 6GB Installed Memory, only 3GB usable Jump to solution. Also, for the record, some 32-bit OS's do support EMT64 which allows the CPU to address more than 4GB of RAM. The first generation of Intel's Core architecture was a 32-bit core with EMT64, and that is why first generation MacBook Pros cannot be upgraded past Snow Leopard, (as Lion. 8 GB RAM installed (3.98) usable Hi all, Have check everywhere for a solution do this. I have recently build my own pc and its going great But i have 2x4gb ram chips installed dual channel and its only detecting 4gb usable there is no memory mapping for my mobo and yes im on a 64 bit system have tried everything can. General Discussion. Youtube Channel:learn how to fix ram problem or how to fix unusable RAM ( 4 GB installed and 2.6 GB usable in any windows).

Recently I have upgraded the memory from 4GB to 8GB on a system with the AsRock 4Core1600Twins-P35 mainboard. After installing Windows 7 (64-bit) and while looking at the System Properties, I realized that the system while properly recognizes the installed memory of 8 GB, says that only the 3,25 GB are usable.

This tutorial contains instruction to resolve the '3,25 GB usable' issue while over 4GB RAM installed on a Windows 64bit OS.

How to FIX: Windows detects 3.25 GB RAM when over 4GB are installed.

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Important: Before you continue to the solution below:

1. Ensure with motherboard's vendor, that your motherboard supports over 4GB of RAM.

2. Ensure that you have installed an 64-bit version of Windows (Right click on 'Computer' icon and select 'Properties'. Then look if at the 'System Type', displays: 64-bit Operating System).

1. Power On your computer and press 'DEL' or 'F1' or 'F2' or 'F10' to enter BIOS (CMOS) setup utility.
(The way to enter into BIOS Settings depends on the computer manufacturer).

2. In BIOS menu, look for a setting named 'Memory Remap' or 'Memory Hole Mapping'* and set it to Enabled.

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* Note: The 'Memory Remap' or 'Memory Hole' setting, can be commonly found under Advanced > Chipset Configuration.

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3.Save and Exit from BIOS setup and start Windows normally.
4. When your enter Windows, launch System Properties again. Now you should see that Windows can recognize all the installed RAM without the 3,25GB limitation

That's it! Let me know if this guide has helped you by leaving your comment about your experience. Please like and share this guide to help others.

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