what are sum ways to get the cpu to stay down

[micv30]

do i got to up my memory more i think i can only go up to 512?

 

[thedreampolice]

?? If you can only go to 512 you must have a really old system. I really need more info such as specs and programs you are using.

 

[mono]

usually its 2 ram slots, so if you got 256 in one, you can add whatever you want to the second (actually using similar size on both slots is recommended)
there are some ways to optimize the use of ressources (google for optimize windows recording producing), but if youre running on 256 or even less id suggest to get new ram. i had the same problem, tried every possible way of tweaking the system, but windows itself needs too much memory.
now i have 768, everything works well, but i wouldnt suggest less, especially if you like to use real time effects or if you record tracks with your pc.

 

[thedreampolice]

"(actually using similar size on both slots is recommended)"

um no its not unless you are using RDram(rambus) both DDR and PC133/100 can mix and match without any issue.

"now i have 768"
so you are not following your own advice as you have a 512 and a 256 stick.

 

[mono]

well sorry, but thats what i was told. that using similar sizes is always better.
and yes, i didnt follow the advice and no problems yet. plus i should stop smoking cigarettes either

 

[trez260]

here's a page that i found that will help http://mywebpages.comcast.net/SupportCD/OptimizeXP.html

system mechanic is a good program to get as far as maintenance (defrag, memory defrag,etx.)