Memory Modules
Hardware and Software Guide
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Hibernation File
When random access memory (RAM) is increased, the operating
system increases the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation
file.
If you experience problems with hibernation after increasing
RAM, verify that your hard drive has enough free space to
accommodate a larger hibernation file.
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To display the amount of RAM in the system:
Select
Start > Help and Support Center > My HP
Computer.
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To display both the amount of free space on your hard drive
and the amount of space required by the hibernation file:
Select
Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate
tab.
Video Memory Settings
Video memory capabilities and settings vary by notebook model.
On select models you can improve the video performance of the
notebook while using graphics-intensive applications, such as
3-D games, by changing the default shared video memory setting.
This setting affects the amount of memory reserved for graphics
functions.
The shared video memory setting can be changed only on select
notebook models and should be changed only by advanced users.
To access the memory information and settings available on the
Advanced menu in the Setup utility:
1. If you are not sure whether the notebook is off or in
hibernation, press the power button. (The notebook turns
on or restores from hibernation.)
