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memory

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#18228From: Doug WingerOct 23, 1988 11:56 AM
Rush, Any memory expansion will allow for more memory for graphics by simply loading stuff that would normally take up precious CHIP (the lower 512K of memory accessible by the graphics chips) into FAST (the higher memory locations, not accessbile by the special chips) This enables the system to place only what _needs_ to be in CHIP there, freeing up more space for you to use. Also, slated for the 1.4 DOS upgrade some time in the future is a new chipset that will expand CHIP memory to 1 MEG. There are a great many memory expanders out there, ranging from CBM's to a varitey of third party expanders. I won't take it upon myself to list them, as I don't know which machine you're using. Be aware that if you're using the 500, expansion beyond 1 MEG may require an external or replacement power supply to enable it to keep up with the new power demand safely. Doug