Windows 10: Why is my pc using more memory than it should?

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  1. Why is my pc using more memory than it should?


    Hi, my pc is using more memory than it should. I'm supposed to be using 4k memory but task manager says Im using 7! I have a 12 gig ram, it used to be 8 but I upgraded it. I thought if I add more ram it shouldve helped, but NO! The more ram I increase the more memory it uses! and thats not the worse part, if I boot up any game, more memory will be lost! example if I'm using 7K memory it says im using 12! I wish to give the screenshot of it but microsoft wont let me somehow.But yeah, I remember once I clicked a sketchy link, and I think thats where it all started, I used to get this unknown ran

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    Raditya Alfaras, Jun 17, 2024
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  2. Sasqui Win User

    Overclocking / Undervolting guide for Vega 56 or 64?

    Here's a quick laundry list:

    List of software to use for overclocking and testing
    Examples:
    Wattman (and how to find and use it, like an overview, including profiles)
    Unigine Valley or Heaven (use this for quick testing while changing settings in Wattman and checking for stability / artifacts) ...just suggesting this
    How to monitor cores / mem speeds and temps during testing (I've seen screen overlays, and others using GPUz)

    Step-by step overclocking in Wattman
    Fan speeds
    Power limit
    Temp limit
    Voltages
    Core speeds
    Memory speeds
     
    Sasqui, Jun 17, 2024
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  3. Memory issues

    Thank you for updating us. We suggest that you run the Memory Diagnostics Tool, this is to check your system for memory problems. Follow the steps below:

    • Open Control Panel and type memory in the search bar.
    • Click on Diagnose computer memory problems to open it.
    • If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

    Let us know the status of the issue.
     
    Reymichael Ros, Jun 17, 2024
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  4. Why is my pc using more memory than it should?

    PC Build Steps

    Ok just because I like steps i am going to create some steps. Please give me the stamp of approval/disapproval
    • Install system in case
      • Remember to connect SSD and optical to same SATA ports on motherboard
    • Turn on PC
    • setup HDD
    • run blend test in prime95 for 30-60 min
      • run realtemp at the same time
    • While in Prime95 test
      • if CPU goes above 70c in RealTemp, I have a leaky CPU
      • if my system locks up or blue screens, there is an instability in the system somewhere
      • if my system does not lock up or blue screen, my CPU is not damaged and I am in the clear!
    What do you guys think??
     
    anandsap123, Jun 17, 2024
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