Enabling 3GB switch on Windows XP

Arclight · 05-16-10, 08:08 AM

Just be aware that you're messing with the memory management, shifting kernel space to user space. Simply put, you're taking away reserved memory space from the kernel ("central component of most computer operating systems"), making it more likely for it to run out. More of a concern for servers, but just be aware it's not without it's complications.

If you run into any unexplained issues, first thing I'd try in troubleshooting is disabling that switch.

Los · 05-16-10, 11:31 AM

Notice any improvement in SHV with the 3G on?

05-16-10, 08:08 AM	#1
Arclight Navy Seal Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Land of windmills, tulips, wooden shoes and cheese. Lots of cheese. Posts: 8,467 Downloads: 53 Uploads: 10	Just be aware that you're messing with the memory management, shifting kernel space to user space. Simply put, you're taking away reserved memory space from the kernel ("central component of most computer operating systems"), making it more likely for it to run out. More of a concern for servers, but just be aware it's not without it's complications. If you run into any unexplained issues, first thing I'd try in troubleshooting is disabling that switch. __________________ Contritium praecedit superbia.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

05-16-10, 11:31 AM	#2
Los Seaman Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 35 Downloads: 25 Uploads: 0	Notice any improvement in SHV with the 3G on?