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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around issues related to installing Dragon Naturally Speaking 9 due to insufficient RAM. Participants explore potential workarounds, the feasibility of upgrading RAM, and the implications of system requirements.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports a failure to install Dragon Naturally Speaking 9 due to insufficient RAM, suggesting a need for at least 512MB.
  • Another participant recalls successfully installing version 8 with only 256MB of RAM and suggests considering an older version of the software.
  • Some participants recommend upgrading RAM, noting that 1GB is typical and suggesting 2GB as a reasonable target given current prices.
  • Concerns are raised about the minimum processor requirement of 1GHz for version 9, with a suggestion that it may not install on lower specifications.
  • Questions arise regarding the self-installation of RAM, with one participant indicating it is straightforward but seeking clarification on the type of computer involved.
  • A later reply mentions the existence of a "fake RAM" trick for OS X, cautioning that similar methods on Microsoft OS could severely degrade performance and are not advisable.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying opinions on the feasibility of installing older software versions and the practicality of upgrading RAM. There is no consensus on the effectiveness or advisability of using tricks to bypass RAM requirements.

Contextual Notes

Participants discuss the implications of minimum RAM and processor requirements without resolving the technical details of installation or the effectiveness of proposed workarounds.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for users experiencing installation issues with Dragon Naturally Speaking, those considering RAM upgrades, or individuals interested in software compatibility with older hardware.

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failed to install dragon naturally speeking 9. Said system does not have enough ram to run dragon you need minimum of 512 ram. Is there a way aroudn this? If not how should I install ram and what should I pay. Hopw do i get out of this situation.
 
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I seem to remember installing version 8 of dragon naturally speaking with 256MB of RAM. Worked fine. Maybe you can get the older version.

It would be a good idea to upgrade your RAM though. About 1 GB is normal nowadays. With how cheap memory is, why not go for 2GB. See here for typical prices:
http://www.newegg.com/Store/Category.aspx?Category=17&name=Memory

Also version 9 requires a minimum 1GHz processor. Its reported that it won't install on anything less.
http://www.lasplash.com/publish/Har...agon_Naturally_Speaking_9_Software_Review.php
 
ranger said:
I seem to remember installing version 8 of dragon naturally speaking with 256MB of RAM. Worked fine. Maybe you can get the older version.

It would be a good idea to upgrade your RAM though. About 1 GB is normal nowadays. With how cheap memory is, why not go for 2GB. See here for typical prices:
http://www.newegg.com/Store/Category.aspx?Category=17&name=Memory

Also version 9 requires a minimum 1GHz processor. Its reported that it won't install on anything less.
http://www.lasplash.com/publish/Har...agon_Naturally_Speaking_9_Software_Review.php

hmm. no tricks aroudn this one. Thanx for helping! I appreciate it
 
Will I be able to install ram my self? Or will I need to pay someone. If I can do it my self how do I do it?
 
lordlactose said:
Will I be able to install ram my self? Or will I need to pay someone. If I can do it my self how do I do it?

Its fairly straight forward to install the memory modules yourself. Do you have a desktop or a laptop? Whats the make and model of your computer?
 
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lordlactose said:
hmm. no tricks aroudn this one. Thanx for helping! I appreciate it

Well don't count tricks out as yet. People have done the "fake RAM" trick on OS X. See:
http://forums.macosxhints.com/showthread.php?t=53854

If you have a microsoft OS, then you'll have to google to see how RAM faking is done. Assuming that you can do it. It would be a very bad idea, as application performance will be severely degraded. there's a reason why the installer is checking for minimum RAM requirements.
 

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