Windows 10: Desktop Windows Manager using over 4GB of Memory!

Discus and support Desktop Windows Manager using over 4GB of Memory! in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I am running a Surface Book 2 with 16gb memory. The system is equipped with a Intel 620 integrated graphics and a GTX 1060 for discrete graphics. Since... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Noel Patrick, Nov 28, 2021.

  1. NOEL PATRICK
    Noel Patrick Win User

    Desktop Windows Manager using over 4GB of Memory!


    I am running a Surface Book 2 with 16gb memory. The system is equipped with a Intel 620 integrated graphics and a GTX 1060 for discrete graphics. Since I upgraded to Windows 11, dwm.exe is consistently using over 4gb of system memory. This is indefensible. I don't really want fancy drop shadows and rounded file manager corners that are impossible to scale. I have looked for ways to disable these features but it appears these are now baked into the OS. unfortunately, I am short on space on the 256gb SSD so I had to delete the previous installation. In other words, I am stuck on Windows 11 an

    :)
     
    Noel Patrick, Nov 28, 2021
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  2. BOBKN
    bobkn Win User

    Can I upgrade to 8GB (4gb * 2) Ram?

    In addition to Post #2, I'd suggest looking at Gigabyte's recommended memory list for the board. Unfortunately, they have only tested a few 4GB modules. Most of the correct type may work, especially if you're not looking to go above 1333 Hz.
     
    bobkn, Nov 28, 2021
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  3. PRASHII
    prashii Win User
    Windows shows 8GB RAM installed but 4GB RAM is usable

    Hi There,

    I've just upgraded my pc from 4GB RAM to 8GB RAM. Windows seems to have detected this upgrade but why does it show as only 4GB RAM available. The following is what I have tried so far with no luck:

    • I have tried the msconfig method on ensuring maximum memory is not checked.
    • physically removed the new RAM and reinstalled it
    Any thoughts/suggestions on how i can resolve this matter?

    Thanks
     
    prashii, Nov 28, 2021
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  4. DARWIN DIM
    Darwin Dim Win User

    Desktop Windows Manager using over 4GB of Memory!

    Memory management

    Hi Daniel,

    Missing/outdated driver and error with your PC memory (RAM) are some of the factors that may cause the blue screen due to Memory Management error. To effectively assist you with your concern, we'd like to ask the following:

    • Have you made any recent changes on your device prior to your concern?
    • What are other troubleshooting steps have your performed to resolve your concern?

    While checking for the dump file that you've sent, we suggest that you run a full scan on your device using the
    SFC and DISM command to automatically fix any corrupted files that my possibly trigger the error. The steps can be found on this

    Wiki Article     created by community MVP ZigZag3143. Once you're done, check if the issue persists.

    We'll appreciate if you can send us an update.
     
    Darwin Dim, Nov 28, 2021
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