Upgrading RAM Can Slow System Performance (98290)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows 3.0
  • Microsoft Windows 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.1
This article was previously published under Q98290
If you experience a loss in system performance after installing additional RAM (for example, after upgrading from 8 MB to 16 MB), check your hardware documentation for information on any hardware caches you might have on your computer. Some hardware caches are designed for a specific amount of memory and can actually degrade overall system performance if there is too much RAM available. You may need to disable your hardware cache for best results. If you are unsure, contact your hardware vendor for more information.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:7/7/2005
Keywords:kbHardware kbsetup KB98290
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