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What is a memory dump??

Discussion in 'Windows OS' started by kiyhkuj, Nov 17, 2007.

  1. kiyhkuj Newcomer, in training Posts: 125

    Hi everybody at techspot. what is memory dump and will it increase graphics performance. thank u.
    kiyhkuj, Nov 17, 2007
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  2. Route44 TechSpot Ambassador Posts: 12,022   +18

    Memory dump has nothing to do with graphics performance. :)

    A memory dump occurs when your computer has experienced a serious issue or conflict and Windows in order to protect your computer will suddenly shut down, post a Blue Screen (known as the Blue Screen of Death; BSOD) with an error code, and begin dumping physical memory.

    BSODs can be caused by a TON of things like memory corruption, bad drivers or drivers in conflict, etc.

    Windows will also create a file to show what caused the system crash. Minidumps are one type of file that when read is very helpful in finding the culprit.
    Route44, Nov 17, 2007
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  3. kiyhkuj Newcomer, in training Posts: 125

    is it a disadvantage if i don't have it enabled?
    kiyhkuj, Nov 18, 2007
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  4. Route44 TechSpot Ambassador Posts: 12,022   +18

    There is nothing to enable. Windows does this automatically if there is an issue.
    Route44, Nov 18, 2007
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