Solving Memory Problems - HP Deskpro 1000 Reference Manual

Solving Memory
Problems
Problem
System won't boot or
does not function
properly after installing
additional memory
modules.
Out of Memory error
Memory count during
POST is wrong
Insufficient memory
error during operation
If you encounter memory problems, some common causes and
solutions are listed in the following table:

Solving Memory Problems

Cause
Memory module is not the
correct type or speed grade
for the system.
Memory configuration may not
be set up correctly.
You have run out of memory
to run the application.
The memory modules may not
be installed correctly.
Too many Terminate and Stay
Resident programs (TSRs)
are installed.
You have run out of memory
for your application.
Solution
If using DIMMs, replace module with an
industry-standard 168-pin synchronous DRAM
DIMM that meets the following criteria:
Rated for 66-MHz or faster
operation.
Has an access time (CLK to Q) of
9 ns or less.
Supports CAS latency 2 or 3
operation.
If using SIMMs, replace module with an
industry-standard SIMM module.
In Windows 95, use Device Manager to check
memory configuration.
Check the application documentation to
determine the memory requirements.
Check that the memory modules have been
installed correctly.
Close any TSRs that you do not need.
Check the memory requirements for the
application or add more memory to the
computer.
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