Extra RAM and Office XP

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Apologies if this isn't in the right section, but I want to increase the RAM
on my second-hand PC to around 1GB from it's current 256MB. I've heard that
doing this can cause problems with Office requiring a
reinstall/re-registration. Is this true? I lost the discs that came with the
PC in a house move and I don't want to lose Office?
 
Ajay said:
Apologies if this isn't in the right section, but I want to increase the RAM
on my second-hand PC to around 1GB from it's current 256MB. I've heard that
doing this can cause problems with Office requiring a
reinstall/re-registration. Is this true? I lost the discs that came with the
PC in a house move and I don't want to lose Office?
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It won't affect Office one iota except to make loading Office programs A
LOT faster.

Alias
 
Ajay said:
Apologies if this isn't in the right section, but I want to increase the RAM
on my second-hand PC to around 1GB from it's current 256MB. I've heard that
doing this can cause problems with Office requiring a
reinstall/re-registration. Is this true?
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Nope. It's total nonsense.

-- Bob Day
http://bobday.vze.com
 
depending on the age of the system it may not be upgradeable to 1 gig but
even 512 would be an improvement.
 
Apologies if this isn't in the right section, but I want to increase
the RAM on my second-hand PC to around 1GB from it's current 256MB.
I've heard that doing this can cause problems with Office requiring a
reinstall/re-registration. Is this true? I lost the discs that came
with the PC in a house move and I don't want to lose Office?
Click to expand...

Why does no-one ever find they have lost the PC but still have the discs?
 
Ajay said:
Apologies if this isn't in the right section, but I want to increase the RAM
on my second-hand PC to around 1GB from it's current 256MB.
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It is absolutely essential that any new RAM module(s) be fully
compatible with both the motherboard and/or any other RAM module(s)
already in the system. Additionally, there are sometimes jumper
switches on older motherboards that need to be reset for new RAM
configurations. Consult your motherboard's manual or the manufacturer's
web site for specific instructions and compatibility requirements.

If you cannot lay your hands upon the computer's manual and the
manufacturer doesn't provide a support web site, you can use these
utilities to help determine the correct type of RAM needed:

SiSoft's Sandra
http://www.sisoftware.co.uk/index.php?dir=&location=sware_dl&lang=en

Belarc Advisor
http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html

Unlimited Possibilities' AIDA32
http://forum.aumha.org/overflow/aida32.zip

Lavalys' Everest Home
http://www.lavalys.com/products/overview.php?pid=1&lang=en

Also, Crucial Memory's web site (www.crucial.com) has a database
to help to find the right RAM for your specific make and model
computer and/or motherboard.


I've heard that
doing this can cause problems with Office requiring a
reinstall/re-registration. Is this true?
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I've never heard any such thing, myself. I can't even imagine how it
could possibly happen.

I lost the discs that came with the
PC in a house move and I don't want to lose Office?
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If it was a retail license and you have proof of purchase:

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;326246

If it was an OEM license, you should contact the computer's
manufacturer.


--

Bruce Chambers

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I have all kinds of 5-1/4 disks loaded with Apple ][ software, and no
functional Apple ][ (if that helps!)
 
I have all kinds of 5-1/4 disks loaded with Apple ][ software, and no
functional Apple ][ (if that helps!)
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Okay has anyone got a good Apple ][ and lost the discs in a house move. If
so see Chuck. ROFL
 
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