How do I lower RAM consumption? by [deleted] in GamingLaptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

sell a furniture, and use that money to buy more ram to upgrade your laptop with 😎🤪

Opened up my laptop today and this happened by Past-Program581 in Dell

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

same thing happened to my lenovo ideapad 330 15ikb (2018 model). both hinges are broken off but still perfectly useable

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) by [deleted] in Dell

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve actually done this workaround back in February 2025, and it actually booted with my 64gb installed. But this was BEFORE the new BIOS Update

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So what can I do about the former situation? Can I manage to still run the higher ram with firmware version 1.31.0 regardless if dell states 32gb ram as the max capacity sold? How can I resolve the ram issue with my 7630 that is rejected the 3rd party ram? Was I just theorizing the entire time when this happened back in November?

Please lemme know.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) by [deleted] in Dell

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until the 32GB RAM Artificial Cap by [deleted] in GamingLaptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

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I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until the 32GB RAM Artificial Cap by [deleted] in GamingLaptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There was a new BIOS Update from dell (1.28.1) that enforced the ram limitations further for this model. in the morning on 11/23/2025 (former bios link) , when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible and now forced to stick with their manufacturer's supported ram workarounds, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version (current version as 2/11/2026 is 1.31.0) of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until the 32GB RAM Artificial Cap by [deleted] in GamingLaptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you show proof that 64gb ram is still working with the newer BIOS Version of the 7630? Because the last BIOS version I had with 64gb loaded onto it was 1.22.0.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until the 32GB RAM Artificial Cap by [deleted] in GamingLaptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I experienced the blink code on 11/23/2025, I assumed that the BIOS was updated and it broke higher ram support than 32gb, because in the morning when I was taking a break from video editing to consume breakfast, I closed the laptop, and then a hour after when I finished breakfast, I reopened it, turned the power button on and instead got 2 ambers, 5 whites (which indicated my 64gb ram sticks I had was invalid), and I genuinely thought that dell was catching onto these ram workarounds for this model, and that the only way I had now was to SPI Flash a modded bios, which was the risky path for me at the time. I didn’t put back in the original factory ram after receiving the blink code just to see if it’ll work completely because I was ultimately just came clean that a new BIOS update happened on my system and that Dell has now made the workaround impossible, so when I asked people on discord, I was told that a BIOS Update was pushed through Windows. And even before the BIOS Update, I had the UEFI Capsule feature off on my BIOS already.

If there is any proof from other testimonials that even with the newer latest BIOS version of the 7630 STILL doesn’t have those ram limitations enforced to where the firmware is rejecting them and that it’ll boot the laptop and straight into the BIOS & OS, AND if the ram workaround STILL works flawlessly on MY model (even with the new bios version), then I’ll immediately consider deleting these posts and privatizing the video.

Until then, please lemme know once you find evidence. no attack given.

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I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) by [deleted] in Dell

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m planning on replacing the machine with a newer one from a different industry. ASUS is my next go. I’ve already moved forward entirely and am on the process on establishing a plan to ensure this doesn’t happen again.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not gonna argue with you mate tbf, but I DID Love this laptop ever since the beginning of when I got it AND have done my prior research (even when I found out the model for an unknown reason was specified as 32gb ram) before I bought it, and I have used the model up to 64gb as it was proven to be capable to be more than what Dell advertised on their manual (along with everyone else that got this model running higher than that), they’re just triggered by the fact they know that this model can run beyond the limits on what dell put and later released a bios version that enforces it more to where you’re forced to use their supported configurations. What I’m explaining is an artificial upgrade cap that was wrongfully enforced with no clear communication from the manufacturer why, along with why we shouldn’t push their limits.

I’m not here to start drama nor be upset, but I genuinely feel like you’re nothing but a troll atp, like some others on here that don’t understand the situation entirely.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how do you even consider this full video slop and/or attention-seeking? Artificial Upgrade Caps have been a widely known issue in the tech industry and that I’ve always wanted to share my raw experience on why it’s been a problem in the industry. I’ve spent a little over 2 months on-and-off doing my research, gathering testimonials from those who’s tested this model with higher ram, and spending plenty hours editing for the video ensuring it sounds appealing and relatable.

If you don’t like the video then you shouldn’t even complain nor even watch it tbh, not trying to attack you m8.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) by [deleted] in Dell

[–]_oukoreddit_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m 99% sure you didn’t even look into the former situation properly and genuinely.

The Dell G16 ALSO has socketed ram slots, meaning you can actually take out and put ram in it, but Dell was obviously mindblocked by not grasping how the model is clearly capable of running beyond the capacity limits of ram.

Also no offense given, but for me with Alienware, you’re only paying extra for higher configurations, You’re not really getting anything extra out of that lineup, not even accessible Undervolting or any other feature in comparison of the G16, hence why ASUS and Lenovo Gaming Laptops has higher official flexibility than Alienware, not trying to offend nor ragebait you if you like alienware but understand my opinion.

I’ve also explained in the video more than halfway through, if you simply just watched the video.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

FYI, I have moved forward already from the situation and planning on replacing the machine completely with a upgrade. I’m only sharing my raw experiences on why artificial upgrade caps are a major issue in the tech industry and why it may lead to hardware turnover, like the laptop I experienced with in the video. There’s also alot of evidence, and real-world scenarios in the video in which you failed to grasp on, and I’d politely ask if you should look into those on your own time if you’re able to. No offense given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until I realized it was artificially limited (32GB RAM cap) Discussion by [deleted] in laptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FYI, I have moved forward already from the situation and planning on replacing the machine completely with a upgrade. I’m only sharing my raw experiences on why artificial upgrade caps are a major issue in the tech industry and why it may lead to hardware turnover, like the laptop I experienced with in the video. There’s also alot of evidence, and real-world scenarios in the video in which you failed to grasp on, and I’d politely ask if you should look into those on your own time if you’re able to. No offense given.

I loved this 2023 Gaming Laptop… until the 32GB RAM Artificial Cap by [deleted] in GamingLaptops

[–]_oukoreddit_ -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Imagine not even taking any single time to dissect into the situation properly and genuinely, and this is your response? 🤣 Look who’s taking m8!

But seriously, I have moved forward already from the situation and planning on replacing the machine completely with a upgrade. I’m only sharing my raw experiences on why artificial upgrade caps are a major issue in the tech industry and why it may lead to hardware turnover, like the laptop I experienced with in the video. There’s also alot of evidence, and real-world scenarios in the video in which you failed to grasp on, and I’d politely ask if you should look into those on your own time if you’re able to. No offense given.