Windows Vista - How to Upgrade Your Computer Ram

The data on a computer can be stored in two ways together with Ram and external devices. Examples of external devices are hard drives, Cd Rom and Usb drives. The original storage is the Ram while the secondary storage is the external devices.

The Ram is installed inside the law unit. It helps to store the data packets temporarily before they are being sent to the Cpu. Due to this fact, the Ram helps to make your computer work faster and more efficient. The secondary storage ensures that your files are backup properly.

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If you are using Windows Xp, you can check how much Ram your computer has by going to the control Panel. In the control Panel, you should double click on the law icon. After you have double click the law icon, the law properties window will pop up. When the law properties window appear, you should switch to the general tab. Under the general tab, you will find data about the estimate of Ram in your computer.

If you are using Windows Vista, you should click on the law and Maintenance icon the control Panel. Next, you should click the law icon. In the law section, you should be able to see the estimate of Ram in your computer.

There are many types of Ram together with Sdr, Sdram, Ddr, Sdrram, Ddr2,Ddr3 and etc. Dissimilar types of Ram offer Dissimilar types of speed performance. For example, the Ddr 3 Ram offers a faster operation than the Ddr 2.

When upgrading the Ram, make sure you take into account the types of program you want to run. For example, if your game requires a 4Gb Ram, you must purchase a 4Gb Ram so that the game can run smoothly.

Before installing the Ram, you must shut down the computer and disconnect the peripheral devices. Next, you must remove the cover of the tower. To prevent electrostatic shock, you should wear a wrist band. After that, you should remove the cards and components to obtrude your way to the Ram sockets. After you locate the old Ram on the motherboard, you must cut off it gently. When installing the Ram, make sure you the bottom of the Ram stick line up with the notches in the motherboard.

Windows Vista - How to Upgrade Your Computer Ram