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COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Chapter 5
Upgrading Your Computer
Memory
Managing Random Access Memory (RAM)
To view the amount of existing random access memory (RAM) in the system
■ In Windows 95 or Windows 98 select StartÅ SettingsÅControl
PanelÅCompaq Diagnostics.
■ In Windows NT 4.0 select StartÅProgramsÅ Administrative
ToolsÅCompaq Diagnostics.
You can increase RAM with optional memory expansion boards. For ordering
information, go to the Compaq Internet site at http://www.compaq.com or refer
to Appendix A to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or
service provider.
When RAM increases, the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file also
increases. Windows 98 manages this increase. If the computer is running
Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 and you experience problems with
Hibernation after increasing RAM, verify that your hard drive has enough free
space for the larger hibernation file.
■ To view the amount of space required by a hibernation file
❏ In Windows 95 or Windows 98 select StartÅSettingsÅControl
PanelÅPowerÅHibernation tab.
❏ In Windows NT 4.0 select StartÅSettingsÅControl
PanelÅCompaq PowerÅHibernation tab.
■ To view the amount of free space on your hard drive, select My
ComputerÅright-click your hard driveÅProperties.