> My Powerbook Duo 230 has 24Mb ram in it now. When I start it up, it gives me > the following readings; > > Total memory: 24,576k > System software: 17,517k > Largest unused block: 7,027k > > I'm running Mac OS 7.1 with no other application open. Surely it can't > requiring this much ram just to operate the finder? Have I got some setting > screwed up somewhere?
Probably yes. Look for Memory control panel. In there you should find a switch for 24 bit and 32 bit mode. Select 32 bit mode and reboot. In 24 bit mode, 8MB is the max a Mac can address. ---------- Duo/2400 List, The friendliest place on the Net! A listserv for users and fans of Mac subportables. FAQ at <http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/DuoListFAQ.shtml> Be sure to visit Mac2400! <http://www.sineware.com/mac2400> To unsubscribe, E-mail to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Need help from a real person? Try. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ---------- Dr. Bott | 10/100 Ethernet for your 2400 is finally here! MPC-100 | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/mpc100.html> RoadTools $30 PodiumPad available at Apple retail stores, $20 Traveler CoolPad at Staples. Both in white for iBooks at <http://roadtools.com> Midwest Mac Parts ][ <http://www.midwestmac.com> After-market parts for Macs. ][ 888-356-1104 ][ MacResQ Specials: LaCie SCSI CDR From $99! PowerBook 3400/200 Only $879! Norton AntiVirus 6 Only $19! We Stock PARTS! <http://www.macresq.com>
