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    512 RAM reports as 498?

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by rsd369, Feb 22, 2005.

  1. rsd369

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    hi guys,

    just got my acer aspire 1682, and ive noticed that in windows and in the bios my RAM is reported as 498 megs. isn't that kinda low for 512 on paper? shouldn't it be something higher than 498 (maybe like 509 or something)?

    thanks
    rohan
     
    rsd369, Feb 22, 2005
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  2. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Do you have an intergrated video card?

    I think thats the reason...

     
    coriolis, Feb 22, 2005
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    yes i do! intel 855gme whatever comes with that chipset is what i got
    it's no biggie for me i just want to make sure im getting my money's worth.
     
    rsd369, Feb 22, 2005
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    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    hmmm

    thats 14mb of intergrated ram...?

    I know there si 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 of intergrated but i dont think 14mb exists...does it?

    Im pretty sure there is no problem there...but i hope someone can clear this up!
     
    coriolis, Feb 22, 2005
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