Why 32 bit Windows does that is well discussed. Here's some of the discussions underway -> http://forums.cnet.com/5238-7813-0.html?kw=3+gb+ram&select=All+CNET+Forums
Hi i have a P45 NEO3 motherboard with 4 slots for memory. I previously had 2 1GB memory cards installed in each slot as I have intel core 2 processor. I just upgraded to adding 2 more 1GB memory cards hoping to get to 4GB of RAM, but as i boot the pc up and check the My Computer prefs i see that I only have 3GB of RAM, should this be or I have a bad card or what. If someone could explain what probably happen i would appreciate it. Thanks Guys

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