Error: Error starting program... (due to insufficient disk space).
Error:
Error starting program. There is not enough memory to start (filename). Quit some programs and try again.
Cause:
There is not enough disk space to contain the virtual memory
Solution:
Increase disk space by backing up and then deleting unneeded files from the drive. Empty the 'Recycle Bin'. Reduce the amount of disk space reserved for the 'Recycle Bin'.
NOTE: Adding RAM to the computer will make more memory available for running programs.
To free up disk space and set virtual memory settings to automatic:
1) Back up and delete unneeded files from the drive:
a) Click the 'Start' button to display the 'Start' menu.
b) Select 'Programs' and select 'Accessories'.
c) Select 'System Tools' and select 'Backup'.
d) Click the 'Tools' tab.
e) Click 'Backup Now'.
f) Run a backup.
2) Delete unnecessary Windows files.
3) Reduce the amount of disk space reserved for the Recycle Bin.
a) Right-click on 'Recycle Bin'. (A pop-up menu appears.)
'Recycle Bin'
b) Select 'Properties'.
'Properties' on pop-up
c) Click the 'Global' tab.
d) Move the slider to the left in the 'Maximum size of Recycle Bin section.' (The percentage of the drive dedicated to deleted files appears.)
NOTE: It is advisable to defragment the hard drive to optimize performance of the swap file.
4) Click the 'Start' button to display the 'Start' menu and select 'Settings'.
5) Select 'Control Panel'. (The 'Control Panel' window appears.)
'Control Panel'
6) Double-click 'System'. (The 'System Properties' dialog box appears.)
'System' icon
7) Click the 'Performance' tab.
8) Click 'Virtual Memory...'. (The 'Virtual Memory' dialog box appears.)
CAUTION: It is advisable to let Windows adjust the virtual memory (swap file) settings automatically. Manually adjusting settings should be done by a qualified computer technician or under the supervision of next-level support.
9) Click 'Let Windows manage my virtual memory settings (recommended)'. (This option lets Windows dynamically allocate disk space to serve as virtual memory is required.)
10) Click 'OK' and click 'OK' again.
