Solving Memory Problems - Compaq 1270 Maintenance & Service Manual

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Solving Memory Problems

Some common causes and solutions for memory problems are listed in the following table.
Problem
Memory count during Power-On Self-Test
(POST) is incorrect.
"Out of Memory" message is displayed on
the screen or insufficient memory
error occurs during operation.
Solving Minor Problems (continued)
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Solving Memory Problems
Probable Cause
Optional memory expansion card
is installed incorrectly,
is incompatible with
the computer, or is defective.
System ran out of memory for
the application.
Too many TSR (terminate-and
stay-resident) applications are
running.
Solution(s)
Ensure that the optional memory
expansion card is installed
correctly.
Check the application
documentation for memory
requirements.
Install additional memory.
Remove from memory any TSR
applications that you do not need.