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Random access memory (RAM) is the best known form of computer memory. RAM is considered "random access" because you can access any memory cell directly if you know the row and column that intersect at that cell.
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Community Q&A
- QuestionHow do I increase the RAM in a Lenovo PC?
Community AnswerOpen the side panel that lets you see the motherboard. The RAM is the small stick piece with clips on each of the short ends. If there are more slots that do not have RAM in them, you can increase the RAM. If the RAM in those slots isn't the maximum size that the motherboard can handle, you can replace that stick with one of a larger size.
Tips
- Make sure you have Javascript enabled in your browser.Thanks
- Record the data for future use.Thanks
- There are different types of RAM such as DDR2, DDR3 and DDR4 so be careful when making a purchase of ram and make sure it its suited to your motherboards specifications.Thanks
Warnings
- PC can only hold a limited amount of RAM depending on your Operating System and MotherboardThanks
- 32 bit version of Windows can only support a maximum of 4 gigabytes, If you wish to use more than that then you will have to upgrade to a 64 bit operating system.Thanks
- When viewing the amount of RAM you have please note that it will always be short of what is actually installed.Thanks
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References
- http://windows.microsoft.com/en-au/windows/how-much-computer-ram#1TC=windows-7
- http://www.howtogeek.com/175434/how-can-i-check-my-computers-ram-configuration-without-opening-the-case/
- http://superuser.com/questions/650208/how-to-check-my-ram-configuration-windows-7
- http://www.howtogeek.com/131632/hardware-upgrade-why-windows-cant-see-all-your-ram/
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