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Discussion in 'Other Hardware' started by GoGoGo, Nov 30, 2002.

  1. GoGoGo Newcomer, in training

    Ok, I have a question concerning Shared Memory.

    I recently got a computer with 512 DDR RAM and 32 MB of Shared Video Memory. However, I don't use the video card which came standard with the machine, rather installed a different kind, a 64mb GeForce.

    My question is basically this. Is there a way to free up the RAM being shared by the default video card? My 512 shows as 480, even though that particular card is not being used. I appreciate the time those of you take to read this and even more so to those who take the time to respond.

    Many thanks!
    GoGoGo, Nov 30, 2002
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  2. conradguerrero Newcomer, in training Posts: 357

    I think you can adjust the shared memory in the bios.
    conradguerrero, Dec 1, 2002
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  3. young&wild TechSpot Chancellor Posts: 1,268

    Disable it.

    Some Mobo automatically disable the shared memory once a newly installed video card is detected. I m not sure if this is true in your case.
    young&wild, Dec 1, 2002
    #3

  4. vegasgmc TechSpot Chancellor Posts: 1,760

    Some systems like HP's require that you disable the onboard video in the BIOS. Others like some eMachines have a Jumper on the motherboard.
    vegasgmc, Dec 14, 2002
    #4

  5. Vehementi TechSpot Paladin Posts: 3,199

    Are you using a laptop?
    Vehementi, Dec 14, 2002
    #5
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