Virtual memory and cache files.

I have 32 GB on my system. I have completely disabled virtual memory. When I see it, it is using 16 GB of memory and has 16 GB in cache. Why doesn't Windows use all the memory?
When I go to about 18 GB of memory usage, it freezes and takes a while to come back. Is this because I disabled virtual memory? But if there is memory left over, why would I need to use virtual memory?


Would updating the Bios help in this regard?

you could try a BIOS update but that is normally for installed memory.
i assume you mean swap file settings

try setting the swap/page file to a set amount such as > min 1024 max 1024 <
trim or defrag the drive would be wise before making the changes.
a restart will be required for the settings to take place.

you could also try setting the Vram to 512 decimal.

best of luck, Steve ..

No matter how much memory you have - I don't care if you have 128GB, like I do , You should still not completely disable virtual memory. It is a core piece of Windows and you can harm performance without it - yes, even on systems with LOTS of RAM.

On systems with lots of RAM you can often lower the amount of virtual memory, but DO NOT disable it entirely. My suggestion (STRONG suggestion) is to simply allow Windows to manage the virtual memory unless you have a VERY GOOD reason to alter this. In 99% of cases, Windows will do a far better job managing this than will you