windows xp pro and RAM limit...

[x3ro]

What's the RAM limit in GB for windows xp pro 32 bit?

 

[mechBgon]

Originally posted by: x3ro
What's the RAM limit in GB for windows xp pro 32 bit?

4GB theoretically, 3.0-3.5GB in practice. You can install 4GB no problem, though.

 

[x3ro]

So how much actually gets used by the OS and programs?

 

[cmdrdredd]

I thought 32bit windows could only use 3GB at a time.

 

[Matthias99]

Originally posted by: x3ro
So how much actually gets used by the OS and programs?

4GB theoretically, 3.0-3.5GB in practice.

Individual programs get up to 2GB each, or up to 3GB if you change some kernel settings. Try the OS forum for gory details.