Bootcamp vista and ram

I have 4gigs of ram. Mac osx seems to recognize all 4 gigs. I know this because when I look under "About this mac" it says 4 gigs memory. However, on the windows vista side, I look under my computer-properties it only recognizes slightly over 2 gigs. Does anyone know why this is? And also does anyone know how to get vista to see all my ram?

Good question! With Windows XP 32-bit, the operating system could only recognize a maximum of 2 gb of RAM. The release of Windows XP 64-bit solved this issue, however, no one really adopted the 64-bit version because all the drivers had to be rewritten in 64-bit and it was a major hassle.
Now I have not followed Vista to much, but I know for a fact there is a 32-bit version and a 64-bit version. My assumption would be the 32 v. 64 bit version follow the same limitations of the Windows XP versions... Hence, in 32 bit you can only use 2 gb, and 64 bit I do not know the limit, I think it is 16 gb.
Finally, depending on what you are doing, you generally do not need that much RAM when browsing the web, document editing, etc... Only with Photo/Video editing do you need that.
-TM

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I've tried the official bootcamp drivers and also some from Laptopvideo2go. I'm at a bit of a loss here.
Can anyone recommend a decent driver set or at least provide some numbers on what they're getting in TF2 or the Source engine stress test?
Screen settings are at 1280x1024 with all settings at default recommendation.
Tried 3dmark06 but it runs at about 15FPS in the first test and I bail out cause I can't bare to watch it like that.

Fair point Sorry

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I just got a new macbook 13". I was using my bootcamp vista and the macbook literally burned my lap. I flipped it over and the metal area, directly in the center of the macbook, was BURNING hot. Probably hot enough to cook an egg -- I know I couldn't leave my hand there for a long time. Is this normal? I'm afraid this laptop will burn my legs or cause other heat related issues...

Make sure you have Vista and the BootCamp drivers up to date, but Apple doesn't recommend using a portable computer in your lap:
From the MacBook Care page:
+For prolonged use, place your MacBook on a flat, stable surface. Do not place your MacBook on your lap or other body surface for extended periods of time. Prolonged body contact can cause discomfort and potentially a burn. The bottom of the MacBook case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the computer to the cooler air outside. The bottom of the case is raised slightly to allow airflow, which keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures. In addition, warm air is vented from the slots in the back of the case.+

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Hi,
I plan to buy a MacBook this week-end and I would need just little bit of information about it. My mom (yeah) would like to run Vista on my macbook, so she can start working on it (she teaches windows/office) this summer before she buys a new computer and me, I wanted to buy the cheapest one (2.0ghz) and I waited for the GMA chip to be upgraded before I bought.
So my question is, can a low-end MacBook smoothly run Windows Vista and the newest Office via Bootcamp or should I pay a bit more for the 2.2ghz or buy 2gb of ram instead of 1 or both (2.2ghz + 2gb of ram) ? In addition, if I buy it with 1gb of ram, can I upgrade it later by buying 1gb of ram directly from apple or another retail store ? Can I install it myself or do I have to ship it to apple ? Sorry, I have limited experiences with macs and laptops
Thanks in advance
JT

william.garrison wrote:
I wouldn't buy memory from Apple, but that's because I can install it myself, and can troubleshoot computer problems (if the memory or machine were defective). That doesn't mean, however, that I should go around telling everyone that they should do it themselves.
Apple tells people this not me. That is why they give very good instruction for DIY and it doesn't void the warranty.
You can buy Ram guaranteed to work on a macbook cheaper than 700 dollars. The DIY instructions are pretty easy. Even if a person wasn't comfortable with DIY they could buy the RAM and have it installed by a technician for a lot less that 700 dollars. 4 GB RAM for 159 dollars, guaranteed to work in a Mac and then say a 100 dollars for a tech is 259 dollars. 400 dollar savings and done by a professional.
Telling people it is to hard for them to do is a pretty good scare tactic itself. A lot of people on this forum with no experience have used the *instructions provided by Apple* to install their RAM. I will continue to advise people to buy RAM elsewhere and use the instructions Apple supplies to install it themselves.
A lot of people come on here and see a statement like yours, saying unless you know a lot about computers and troubleshooting you better not try it, immediately panic think I have to be computer geek to replace my RAM so I better shell out the 700 dollars to get real Apple RAM.
Most people know their limitations and don't have to be told what they can or can't do.
The RAM I bought was "Certified to work on my Mac" and it didn't come from apple. It is the same kind they use just sold as a consumer product instead of OEM labeled.
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ThinkVantage Active Protection for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 missing from driver matrix

Recently, while checking the Software link: http://support.lenovo.com/ca/en/documents/ht037696
I noticed:
Active Protection System
Like an airbag's sensor, it can detect sudden changes in motion and temporarily stop the hard drive to help protect your valuable data from some crashes that could occur due to everyday notebook accidents.
Windows 8 (32-bit), 7 (32-bit), Vista (32-bit), XP, 2000
12 Mar 2014
v1.79.0.3
Windows 8 (64-bit), 7 (64-bit), Vista (64-bit)
09 Mar 2014
v1.79.0.3
If you try to follow the links to the ThinkVantage Active Protection System, you are presented with a document labeled: ThinkVantage Active Protection System for Windows 8 (32-bit) - Laptop or a document labeled: ThinkVantage Active Protection System for Windows 8.1 (64-bit) – Notebook
No reference to Windows XP, VISTA or Windows 7 in the current version of the documents, yet the text file pointed to by the download links states that this driver still supports all the older ThinkPads and is applicable to Windows 7 and VISTA. The text file does say that Windows XP support has been withdrawn with this release, and that XP users should use the previous version. It does not, however, provide a link to any document or mechanism where an XP user can obtain the previous driver.
So, is the document correct, or is the text file correct?
Where is the current driver for VISTA and Windows 7?
When I went to the support sites to see the supporting documents there, I discovered that the ThinkVantage Active Protection entries were gone from the R61, R500 and T500 driver matrices. The only reference I could find to the ThinkVantage Active Protection System was in the above mentioned SOFTWARE link.
ThinkPad R61 8932-CTO T8300 2.40 Ghz 3GB RAM Win XP
ThinkPad R500 2714-CTO P8600 2.40 Ghz 3GB RAM Win XP; Two ThinkPad R500's 2714-CTO T9600 2.80 Ghz 4GB RAM Win 7
ThinkPad T500 2241-DB9 T9600 2.80 Ghz 4GB RAM Win 7
ThinkCenter A63 5237-CTO 3GB Ram Win XP; A21m and a pair of 380XD's

Still no change to the driver matrices. ThinkVantage Active Protection is still missing. There has been a change in the web site, as follows:
Active Protection System
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Windows 8.1 (32-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows 8.1 (64-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows 8 (32-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows 8 (64-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows 7 (32-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows 7 (64-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows Vista (32-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
Windows Vista (64-bit)
27 Jan 2015
v1.80.3.0
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So do I manually update a driver because the text document says it is applicable to my legacy R500, or 'believe' the web page which states that only some current models are supported, but not the R500, T500 or R61.
Very inconsistant and highly unprofessional.
ThinkPad R61 8932-CTO T8300 2.40 Ghz 3GB RAM Win XP
ThinkPad R500 2714-CTO P8600 2.40 Ghz 3GB RAM Win XP; Two ThinkPad R500's 2714-CTO T9600 2.80 Ghz 4GB RAM Win 7
ThinkPad T500 2241-DB9 T9600 2.80 Ghz 4GB RAM Win 7
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Macbook Pro and ATI Graphics crashes in Windows Vista and 7

Hey all, I was wondering if anyone else had been having problems with Windows 7 and Vista having graphics driver crashes. I have been having this problem since the Boot Camp beta, and it has yet to be addressed as far as I can tell.
Basically the problem is that after a few minutes in either Vista or 7(after installing all the boot camp drivers from the Leopard or Snow Leopard disc) the screen graphics will start getting all corrupted. Eventually I will get a message in the taskbar telling me that the ATI driver has crashed and recovered from an error.
I have looked everywhere online I can think of for an answer, but have come up pretty empty thus far. The only thing I remember finding that was a possibility a long time ago was something to do with trying it with 1 stick of ram installed rather than 2, or that my ram could be problematic.
I tried running with just 1 stick, and that didn't help at all. I also tried each stick individually also with no change. I even went as far as running a diagnostic using some kind of memory testing software to see if the ram was bad, but it came back as good.
Also, I have run in XP without any issues whatsoever, so I am assuming it is something Vista and 7 specific. I was thinking it might have something to do with the Aero features as when I disable the ATI driver and run in Windows Basic without Aero enabled, I don't get the graphics glitches. Another clue might be that when the graphics glitch up, if I bring up the ctrlaltdel screen which gives you the option of Task Manager, Log Off, etc. the graphics are NOT glitched on that screen. As soon as you exit that screen however, the glitched screen is immediately back.
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Here is my system info just for extra help possibly?
Hardware Overview:
Model Name: MacBook Pro
Model Identifier: MacBookPro1,2
Processor Name: Intel Core Duo
Processor Speed: 2.16 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2
L2 Cache: 2 MB
Memory: 2 GB
Bus Speed: 667 MHz
Boot ROM Version: MBP12.0061.B03
SMC Version (system): 1.5f10
ATI Radeon X1600:
Chipset Model: ATY,RadeonX1600
Type: GPU
Bus: PCIe
PCIe Lane Width: x16
VRAM (Total): 256 MB
Vendor: ATI (0x1002)
Device ID: 0x71c5
Revision ID: 0x0000
ROM Revision: 113-xxxxxx-086
EFI Driver Version: 01.00.086

Just an added update for anyone interested. I believe I have finally figured out what the issue is.
Apparently, at least on this model of MacBook, Apple has the ATI card underclocked to 310MHz / 278MHz (GPU and RAM respectively) when running normally. However, when running in Windows the ATI driver automatically uses the full clock speed of 470MHz / 470MHz (or something to that effect). The reason that it ends up getting artifacts and driver crashes is because of overheating. Apple has it underclocked because of the way heat is distributed in the system.
Anyway, I found a tool that KIND of works for fixing the issue I believe. It is called ATITool, and allows you to change the clock speed to the 310MHz / 278MHz that works so well in OS X.
It is located at: http://www.techpowerup.com/atitool/
One thing though, the newest version 0.27 beta 3 (on mine at least) causes the backlight of the screen to go off when you load it in Windows. If you put the machine into hibernate, then bring it back up it will come back on... but that is annoying. I have found that the version 0.25 beta 13 doesn't have this issue. It is possible some of the other versions prior to 0.27 beta 3 also don't have this issue, but I haven't tested them yet. I will give some of them a try later.
The previous versions can be found here: http://www.techpowerup.com/downloads/Tweaking/ATITool/
Anyway, if anyone else has luck with other clock speeds or knows of any other solutions please let me know. This way works, but I would like to find a better solution if possible.

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Ever since I installed Windows I don't have an option to switch to Mac.I installed it on the bootcamp partition with the lastest OSX and Windows versions. I did this a few years ago with an older Mac and Vista and remembered a prompt to choose OS during boot. I get nothing but Windows now. Any ideas?

if you restsrt and hold down alt, what boot options do you see
try restarting holding down command+R, choose disk utility and tell me what you see on the upper left hand side under the name of your physical drive

Bootcamp / Vista: LAN not recognized

Hello,
my Bootcamp / Vista does not recognize my LAN/WLAN. I am pretty sure, that it is a driver problem, but where do I get the drivers from. It is said, that it is delivered with the installation DVD for OS X, but I can't find them.
Thanks for the help.
Regards, Stefan
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Hi Stefan
the BootCamp Drivers are on the Mac OSX Install DVD that came with your Mac.
This disc is a "hybrid-disc" which contains a Mac OSX part and a Windows part.
The Windows part is only viewable while in Windows and does not show up while in OSX.
Regards
Stefan

Can I buy MBP WITHOUT HD and RAM preinstalled?

Hello everybody.
I might buy a MBP in the near future, we'll see about the update and everything.
I want to know, if I DO choose to buy a MBP, is there any way I can buy it WITHOUT a hard drive and ram preinstalled? This is because as soon as I get it, I plan to install my own SSD (128gb) and Ram (2x4GB).
I want to save a little money because if I buy it the way it is now, I would have to opt for the lowest spec hd and ram and swap them out to upgrade.
I'll reinstall snow leopard, then install WIN7 via bootcamp.
*** am I gonna do with those spare parts? Sell them? Too much trouble, I don't want to get them in the first place.
So, is there any way?
If not, Apple should COME UP with a way.
If so, then TELL ME.
-Leo

Leo,
My comment was as follows, with emphasis this time:
"and then added ~$1000 for 2x4GB DDR3 RAM and a decent SSD"
As you say, it is approximately $400-500 for 2x4GB DDR3 and $400-500 for a decent SSD. I'm well aware of that and, with taxes, adding those numbers will give you approximately, as I said before, $1000.
First of all, you've already mentioned that it's entirely their fault. So why must I suffer for their ignorance?
You're missing the point entirely. It is their fault, but Apple will be the one that suffers when they all call and demand to know why their new computer isn't working. Most people, when confronted with two options that appear to be exactly the same (remember they aren't technically savvy) will choose the cheaper one every time. For this reason, Apple (who is selling the machine and the license to use OS X, remember) will have to pay for technical support for all those people. Not a very smart business plan.
Second of all, ignorant people don't turn to Apple at first glance
I know a lot of people who use Apple products precisely because they are much easier to use than any Windows PC. And, I would say that the vast majority of the population falls into the "technically non-savvy" group. You and I are part of a very small minority, whether you like it or not.
Concerning your view that apple's reliability would go down, they should come out with a compatibility list.
Why would Apple put so much time and energy into testing thousands of hardware permutations to cater to perhaps 5% (10% would be very generous) of their customers? Answer is that they haven't, and they won't. It makes no sense for them, financially. Period. And people would still probably complain if the SSD they really want isn't on the list. It is a lose/lose for Apple.
Should I ** up, I would not blame apple... I'm no noob... I'll deal with it... I will buy the MBP "AS IS"
That's exactly the option you have right now. Buying the MBP as is, or not buying it at all.
This scenario can be avoided completely by burying this "advanced" option deeper in the site.
And yet I bet you that thousands of people would still find it and mistakenly pick it because it's cheaper, without knowing what they're actually doing. Everyone likes to think that they're "advanced". It doesn't mean that they actually are or that they know at all what they're doing.
there are those "technically challenged" people out there... However, let's analyze, who are they?
As I said above, at least 50% of the current population with the financial capacity to purchase Apple products are probably "technically challenged".
Either they are old, or they're noobs. Apple do not target either of those audiences.
Honestly, I don't think you really know who Apple targets. I don't claim to know either. I like to think they target almost everyone, or they try. There is no reason why an old person or someone who has never used a computer could not or would not want to use a Mac.
Again, as I said above: Buy a Mac with the processor and graphics configuration you want, and then sell off the stock parts if you want. Or don't, and build what you really want. There isn't currently, and probably never will be, the alternative that you're looking for.
--Travis

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First, I'm a new member of this forum.
I'm am preparing to update to a new Linksys WRT54G router. We have one computer (HP 8100N) which has Microsoft Vista Home Premium installed; but our other 3 computers all use Windows XP SP 2. The Linksys WRT54 G and Linksys Router are all plugged into the Vista machine ---with one other PC (Gateway) and 2 laptops (Toshiba and a Dell) all connecting wirelessly.
RIght now things work ok --- but it's been 5 years since I've made any major changes. However, I've experienced a rash of virus challenges lately and suspect somehow the router has been compromised; hence my desire to completely change it out. At the same time, I'm not too excited about creating problems with the Vista and XP connectivity.
Any recommendations would be appreciated. Apology to Forum if this is posted twice; it appeared not to go through the first time.
Thank you very much
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Chris:
I have experience with both, Vista and XP. I use a MBP 15" 2GB RAM and I have had great success with both. I really no not overload my system. I have software to connect to the internet and full office 2007 Suite. So, mostly internet and productivity software. No major issues with either.
Axel F.

Several bootcamp issues and os version

I just did a clean install of my macbook pro led 15". I just used the osx install disc, not the app disc.
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!.) Boot Camp is installation software - once it partitions the drive and starts your installer it no longer operates. It is done. Since Apple went to Intel, the Mac is no different than a PC when Windows is installed.
2.) You have a drivers problem. You need more and better drivers.
3.) Boot Camp is poor in that it gets finished too soon. The drivers on your OSX DVD will get you started, but they are inadequate for a satisfying OS install.
4.) Apple doesn't update these drivers automatically - another failure. You have to find them - you install them from the Apple website WHILE in Windows.
5.) Some of us get these updated drivers faster and better straight from the manufacturer.
6.) The drivers for the strictly Apple hardware (Trackpad iSight etc) only can be had from the Apple website THROUGH your Windows booted machine.
For example:http://support.apple.com/downloads/MultiTouch_Trackpad_Update_for_Windows_XP__Vista
7.) The example I just posted is a December 2008 Apple Windows Trackpad driver update. If your OSX disk is older than that, then your Apple-supplied Windows drivers from your disk are out of date and have not recieved the latest driver fix from Apple (and Apple won't prompt you on this).
8.) Driver fixes contain both Vista and XP software - your Windows hardware installer KNOWS which one to use (Vista) and will leave the other one (XP).
9.) All is not perfect in the Windows-on-Apple world. There is a thread in this forum that has anguished over the Trackpad issue for OVER one year now AND it is still going - http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1433222&tstart=0
It is a good idea to see what others have tried first before starting from scratch on your own.
The hatter - you made an error: he has a Pro (thus needs the video driver you speak of)
NOTE I had VISTA! It sucked, and I asked for my money back - XP rules.

Is there any way how i can download and run Window based games, with out installing Windows-thus Bootcamp? and if so, is it free?

is there any way how i can download and run Window based games, with out installing Windows-thus Bootcamp? and if so, is it free?

No, you must install Windows to run Windows software. You do not need to use Boot Camp (yes, it's free because it comes with OS X.)
Windows on Intel Macs
There are presently several alternatives for running Windows on Intel Macs.
Install the Apple Boot Camp software. Purchase Windows XP w/Service Pak2, Vista, or Windows 7. Follow instructions in the Boot Camp documentation on installation of Boot Camp, creating Driver CD, and installing Windows. Boot Camp enables you to boot the computer into OS X or Windows.
Parallels Desktop for Mac and Windows XP, Vista Business, Vista Ultimate, or Windows 7. Parallels is software virtualization that enables running Windows concurrently with OS X.
VM Fusionand Windows XP, Vista Business, Vista Ultimate, or Windows 7. VM Fusion is software virtualization that enables running Windows concurrently with OS X.
CrossOver which enables running many Windows applications without having to install Windows. The Windows applications can run concurrently with OS X.
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I am thinking about upgrading my HDD and memory. My computer is a Qosmio X870-BT3G23. HDD is about 1TB and also have 12GB RAM. I am not sure how to upgrade my RAM as I heard the other 2 memory slots are not user accessable. How would I go about upgrading HDD and transfer all my stuff over? I think my computer has slots for 2 HDDs, but not sure... Thoughts on both HDD and RAM upgrade appreciated
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I have access to both Vista and XP - which is the preferred?

Since I have access to both Vista and XP I was wondering which is the most preferred? I have an iMac and MBP that I will be installing the OS on. Thanks.

Chris:
I have experience with both, Vista and XP. I use a MBP 15" 2GB RAM and I have had great success with both. I really no not overload my system. I have software to connect to the internet and full office 2007 Suite. So, mostly internet and productivity software. No major issues with either.
Axel F.

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I need an external raid for both platforms. Nothing fancy, do not need to boot from it, just a work horse.
So, #1 I need help buying a raid or advice on increasing through put.
2)I have decided it would be best for an external raid so I can share it with other artist for diff projects.
3)I have a macpro dual quad 2.8. 6gig sdram 2008 10.5.6…Bootcamp, Vista 64
4)I need faster through put for working with large file sizes,dpx, exr file sequences, playing back 1080p quicktimes in FCP. Compositing in after effects, nuke, some photoshop with 4k image sequences. As of now pulling this media off a local drive can be slow. I do not have specific data through put specs?
5)I do not need any back up. All this local media has already been backed up on a triple redundancy server over a network. I want speed not back up. I want to work local on a fast external raid, than wipe it clean.
6)I need a fast raid that I can format and work a job using Vista working in the PC world for a project. Than after that project I will format it to do a job on the mac. I need a raid that will allow me to use it for either platform. Very important to be able to use both platform.
What hardware do you recommend for my simple needs. I am overwhelmed with options. scsi, esata, JOBD, fiber optic, Raid 0, 5, 10. ahh
My projects have not exceeded 1 terabyte. That’s seems a sufficient size.
OK, I hope that covers the basics and my reasons are reasonable. I am saavy enough to build it myself to save cost. Something simple, efficient, cost effective and smart for my needs. My hang up is will it work with the PC than with the mac
Thanks so much. Advice is appreciated. You guys are the best!
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Hi,
I would suggest the FirmTek SeriTek/5PM and the HighPoint RR 2314. This will allow you to install the PC driver on the PC and the Mac driver in OS X.
You could use different disks for PC or Mac and swap the disks in and out as needed. Or you could reformat as you suggested in your post. You could also erase the hard disks using the DOS format in Mac OS X Disk Utility and share the volume between the two OS types. The options are virtually unlimited with this external configuration.
http://www.amug.org/amug-web/html/amug/reviews/articles/firmtek/5pm/
http://firmtek.stores.yahoo.net/sata5pm.html
http://www.amug.org/amug-web/html/amug/reviews/articles/highpoint/2314/
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000NAXGIU
If 130MB/sec. performance is fast enough and you do not need RAID 5 you may want to consider the less expensive SeriTek/2SE2-E controller. This can be setup on the Macintosh or the PC and the card is less expensive.
http://www.amug.org/amug-web/html/amug/reviews/articles/firmtek/5pm/
http://firmtek.stores.yahoo.net/sata5pm2se2.html
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