Do I Need More RAM Memory?

just for info that pc support max 2gig i did say that on the post above and everyone keeps saying to ad more memory wow have fun i need to go to work see youuuuuu

 

Thanks I will do that!

 

i had a good talk with (dougie) i just wish there was more people like that in this forum

 

John, before you order more memory, check to be certain your machine supports more memory. The crucial memory adviser may tell you that, or if you have the owners manual look in there.

 

There are, Joe.
The dedicated Staff are all very friendly and very approachable.
Thanks for your kind words.

 

Yes I already checked with crucial even before posting on the forum, the memory can be increased! however from what I'm hearing from some of you folks, is it even going to matter? Sounds like this 32 bit Vista is like being between a rock and a hard place! On several other machines I upgraded, the extra memory always seemed to improve their performance dramatically! but I have never had vista before.

 

I would say the 32 bit limitation (3.5 gigs) is still a gig and a half more than your running now. I don't imagine DDR2 is really expensive. If it were me, I'd invest in the additional RAM even knowing .5gig would not be used.

The other issue that has been raised, as maybe related to your screen going black is a temporary overheating of the graphics card or the CPU. That could be caused by a collection of dust and hair, etc. in your machine preventing proper air flow. Maybe time for a professional cleaning. And while in the shop a new coating of thermal paste between the CPU and the cooler. These small form towers are difficult to DIY. Of course, other opinions may show up.

 

but i dont get it john how do you upgrade a pc that has 32 bit system more the 4 gig its not possible even if you had a super chip
32 gig systems support max 4 i have no idea how your going to pull that off lol

 

hi cindy ok my understanding of the model he sayd he had did not support more then 2 gig its ok all good thanks
thats a old ram it wont be cheap lol

 

Joe I'm not upgrading anything yet! and if so, only to what is recommended by all you computer experts. That's what I'm asking here! ..I guess I should go no higher then 4 gigs? and just a little of the memory will go to waste...right? I am very happy you all told me about this because I was imagining my machine flying like mad at about 8Gigs LOL!

 

Hi John.
Generally it's a misconception more ram will make your pc run faster.

The biggest benefit of upgrading your PC's memory is better multi-tasking, especially for those of us using RAM-hogging applications like Photoshop. You only need enough Ram to cover what you use this computer for.

If you only use it for surfing the net, emailing or watching Youtube videos, then 2 GIG's is ample.
If you intend to do more with this computer then 4GIG's is all you need to install on a x32 bit OS of which it will probably use round 3.7 Gigs. My thinking your PC should accept 4 GIG's.

What does make your Computer faster is a super fast processor and SSD Hard Drives.

That PC was never fast and you can't make it super fast. It is old technology.
What you can do is take it to a Computer Shop and let them check it out, find the problem
and give you a report and let them tell you how much ram you can install.

We are up to 32 posts and zip has been achieved so far.

Stop thinking with more ram your computer will fly like mad, because it isn't going to happen.
You can only get it to run to its optimum with the hardware installed.

 

To add to Dougie's very good advice, early on in this thread you mentioned deleting files in an attempt to make things work better.
Bear in mind that photos stored in a folder on your HD have no effect on RAM usage until you actually open the photo. The only real concern would be completely filling your HD. As it is at the moment you have plenty of storage space available with no real need to delete anything.

 

Is the video built on the the motherboard or a separate card?

Have you tried re-seating the card?

If it is a card then remove it and try the on board if there is one. Try a different video card.

Are the drives up to date? Have you checked the cables to make sure they are tight and snug?

Yes this could be that the power supply may be starting to go out.

 

From what I am seeing this machine has a max memory of 8gb. Being a 32bit operating system limits him to 4gb.

http://www.pcworld.idg.com.au/review/hp/compaq_dc5850/301067/specs/

Like DSTM said this isn't going to make a super fast machine, but it can help. Even just surfing the web or watching videos, browsers like Chrome can use a lot of memory. When I made the move on my Vista laptop from 2gb to 4gb it was like a night and day difference. For the small price of 2gb of memory the machine my be usable for awhile longer.

 

Hi all, the OP hasn't been back since last Saturday. Let's wait until he returns to see what he wants to do.

 

Hello I apologize for not getting back on this post, I had a serious health emergency within my family that went on for some time, and I completely forgot about this, I am just getting back to it now. I plan on upgrading the Memory to the level suggested here and I will update you all on the result and with the screen blacking out! one thing is for sure though, it has something to do with the computer processing being overloaded in some way! Thanks Again.

 

Do not worry about they delay John.

Hope everything is ok now.