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How to fix system has only xxxMB of free memory error? | Forum

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Lillian Martin
Lillian Martin May 6 '23

Came across an error that states  Your system has only xxxMB of free memory? Well, if that is the case, then reading this post till the end will surely help. This error is often experienced when the user isn’t having enough system memory to install QuickBooks desktop. At the time of installation of QuickBooks, users often come across an error that only xxxMB of free memory. It should be noted that the QuickBooks software needs at least 1 GB of free memory, after extracting the installer. When the system doesn’t have enough storage, then one can come across this error. Performing certain set of steps can be helpful in fixing memory issues. To learn further about the steps involved in fixing this issue, make sure to read this post till the end. Or you can also consult our tech support professionals at 1-888-351-0999, and we will provide you with immediate support and assistance.


Steps to fix QuickBooks error: Your system has only xxxMB of free memory

The user can try performing the below steps in case of installation from a CD. Let us have a look:

·         The very first step is to copy the QuickBooks and Third Party folders from the CD to the desktop

·         Insert the CD in the drive and in case of install shield wizard starts, close it.

·         The next step is to right click the installer, and then select explore

·         The user is then required to hold on shift then select QuickBooks and third party folders

·         Right click and choose copy

·         The next step is to open QuickBooks folder on the desktop

·         Right click the framework.xml file and also go for edit

·         The file should open in notepad

·         Once done with that, change 1000MB to 0MB

·         Select save from the file menu

·         The last step is to move back to main installation folder and then run setup.exe


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Towards the end of this post, we hope that the information shared in above might be of some help in fixing system has xxx free memory error. However, if the steps above didn’t help much in eliminating the issue from its root cause, then in that case consulting our QuickBooks tech support team at 1-888-351-0999 is recommended. We are a team of certified QuickBooks professionals who work round the clock in providing immediate support services.