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    MAX RAM "Problems/Issues" in Windows 7 Home Premium 64Bit with Intel i5 (2nd Gen) in Laptop?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by SMSabir, Jan 23, 2013.

  1. SMSabir

    SMSabir Notebook Guru

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    Quick question - Win 7 Home Premium 64Bit doesn't allow more then 16 GB and while using a Intel i5 (second generation) in a Laptop and we all know that when THINGS ARE AT MAX then naturally there are always some issues and problems and a fine line between barely safe and disaster.

    So is it safe and wise to MAX the RAM to 16 GB while using Win 7 Home Pre or upgrade the OS to Win 8 Pro???

    Kindly guide and help me in this regards

    Thanks.

    Memory Limits for Windows Releases (Windows)
     
    SMSabir, Jan 23, 2013
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  2. S.SubZero

    S.SubZero Notebook Deity

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    I don't really understand what you just said, but Windows 7 x64 Home Premium can support 16GB without issue.

    If you don't have an issue with the Windows 8 interface it is not a bad time to get in on the cheap upgrade offer.
     
    S.SubZero, Jan 23, 2013
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  3. Prostar Computer

    Prostar Computer Company Representative

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    You can also upgrade the Windows 7 edition to sidestep the 16 GB cap. But as S.SubZero said, there are no known, prevalent issues with maxing the RAM at 16 GB per OS restriction.
     
    Prostar Computer, Jan 23, 2013
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  4. tijo

    tijo Sacred Blame

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    I have been running 16GB on windows 7 HP on my desktop for over a year and no problem what so ever, I really don't see what you mean honestly. It was made to work with 16GB, it will work with 16GB.
     
    tijo, Jan 23, 2013
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