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yeah- my gaming computer will work fine for hours, and after maybe 8-9 hours it gets a BSOD with a memory management error. It also happens much more often when I pull the computer from sleep mode. I have 4 sticks of Teamgroup 8 gb ram, so maybe its an issue running it not in dual channel? or could it possibly be a faulty chip on the DIMM?

hello good people of the only forum i can think of that might actually have a better answer than mac-world. i recently bought a used mid 2010 macbook pro, honestly its a toy, but one i wanted to try and was cheap. i upgraded to the max 8gigs of memory to make it somewhat useable. but i seem to get a lot of memory pressure and i am not sure why as the activity monitor doesn't seem to get more than maybe half a gig of memory usage on the tasks. and its at random, even not doing anything it seems to slow to a crawl. should i downgrade to mohave? i want to tinker with the toy to make it usable for basic office tasks and some minor use of illustrator of the high seas if you catch my drift, what versions would you recommend?

I've been having issues for a while now. Approximately 5 months, I've left games running and come back to them crashed with error messages. Recently Minecraft has started crashing due to lack of memory, I have 16gb of Corsair DDR4 installed, I also have a RTX 3070Ti. A few times my screen has just gone black, and I've been able to bring up the start menu by hitting the windows button on my keyboard and solving the issue by restarting my PC. Any guidance or help would be appreciated.

Hi chat! Let's preface with my build specs CPU: Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX Motherboard: Asus Rog Zenith Extreme TR4 RAM: G. Skill Trident Neo 3000MHz 32GB C16 (not on the QVL but not my main concern) PSU: EVGA SUPANOVA 1300 G2 BIOS: 2601 (Most current) I've got a unique problem. I've been having startup issues with my pc ever since I got a new CPU. My current build is listed up above, and I've got another ram kit (G.Skill Ripjaws 2800MHz DDR4 32GB C16), unfortunately not on QVL either. However that's not my main concern, I believe there is a damaged or unstable contact pad on the middle section of the CPU, which I'll show. When I do power on, the DRAM error lights up, and the Q code cycles until it hits 00 and says detect memory. Switching to each recommended slot layout does nothing to change it. Just wondering if the cpu needs replacing or if it's just a ram issue.

I have an ASUS TUF Gaming X570-plus motherboard, and a few days ago, I installed the latest BIOS update (5013) and since then, I have had all kinds of issues with memory. I had all these errors popping up and I have had to resort to doing memory testing. After a few hours of tests, I found that ALL of the memory checks out and that it's a DIMM slot on the motherboard (Slot A1) that is causing the memory problems and crashes, so I removed the DIMM from the slot and it's been fine since. I inspected the slot and I don't see any damage or burns in he slot. Even though this is a signal that the mobo is starting to go out, what still gets me is that the board is only 4 years old and that I have NEVER had a single issue with memory until I did this recent bios update. It's weird, but I just can't ignore it. Is there something I'm missing?

A LIL BACKSTORY - I've been wanting to get into 3D design, video editing, and other media design programs as well lately. I already have good RAM (G.Skill Trident Z Neo 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)), and I thought why not get another set and fill all 4 slots and not have to worry about not having enough memory. I understand I don't necessarily need it but I'm in a position where I can spend the money on more RAM. THE MAIN thing is when I installed the RAM, my PC booted up fine and all was well until some programs would randomly shut down all in unison, and that would happen every few minutes or so. Then my PC would just crash and I'd get the blue screen of death. Then I'd turn the PC back on and it would boot and run Windows fine then 5-10 minutes later it would just crash again and I'd be rewarded with another blue screen. The same thing kept happening till I turned my PC off, unplugged it, and took out the RAM I had just installed and now my PC has been fine ever since. The thing is though, I want that RAM in my PC. I haven't tried to install it again, so I wanted to come here for some advice/help. PC parts list here -> https://pcpartpicker.com/list/HfLKQP I thought it could be something to do with the PSU? (not sure if this is necessary information but I've got the PC internals, mouse, keyboard, and 2 monitors plugged in. - just in case it has something to do with PSU that's what's plugged in.)

Hi everyone, I recently purchased a Ryzen 7 5800x to pair with my RX 6750XT. After installation of the cpu, I ran into bsod issues and eventually it just turned into the pc crashing and rebooting on its own. It seems to do this under some sort of heavy load, such as gaming and so on. Previously I had a 5600x, and never once encountered any errors whatsoever. Checking the bsod cause came down to a ntoskrnl wrong symbols error. After doing some further research, I figured this was a memory issue and pulled out my RAM stick in slot B2. After doing so, the PC hasn’t crashed at all. I then put the stick back in and ran some tests using the windows memory diagnostics tool and found no errors, I also decided to use MemTest86 and after 4 and a half hours also found no errors. I checked the temps before crashes using HWiNFO64 and they were fine, the cpu hit a max of 72 Celsius but when the crash occurred it was 64 Celsius. I can’t seem to figure out a fix, I’ve tried multiple solutions and none have worked except using one memory stick, however I don’t want to sacrifice a memory stick just to have this working. I’d appreciate any sort of help. Other solutions I’ve tried are listed below, thanks —Specs— MSI B550M Gaming Plus Ryzen 7 5800x Asus Dual RX 6750XT x2 TridentZ RGB 16gb 3600Mhz Using the MasterLiquid ML240 for the CPU Running windows 11 on Samsung evo plus —Solutions Tried— Cleared CMOS Updated BIOS Drivers Fresh install of GPU drivers Updated Chipset drivers Updated windows Turned off all OC settings for CPU and RAM Restored default settings in bios Reset windows Used sfc scan and dsim commands Checked for any installation errors on the cpu Used MemTest86 Used windows memory diagnostics Checked temps before crash Reseated the cpu, ensuring there is enough thermal paste and non on the pins

Hi, I've encountered this issue and to be honest, I've run out of ideas and other hardware to test with. My system is running Linux (Ubuntu Studio to be exact) but I don't know if this is a problem with the software as I get the same info when booting to a live USB. The Problem: I have installed 4 x 4GB DDR3 1600 9-9-9-24 (matching) sticks. They recognise in the UEFI/BIOS they are detected when running the "sudo lshw | grep -A 8 bank" command in the terminal (output below) however the total memory detected by the OS (or live USB OS) is only 7.5GB. The problem persists with all amounts of RAM above 8GB, including 2x8GB and 4x8GB all at 1600Mhz but lowering speeds or timing makes no difference. In addition, the 8GB sticks are 1.5v and the 4GB sticks are 1.65v so no mixing of capacities has been done. OS - Linux x86-84 (Ubuntu Studio) Age of system - Yeah right, old but kept in good condition Age of OS installation - 3 Days but happened pre install on Live USB CPU - AMD FX 9590 (with watercooler and Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut TIM Video Card - AMD HD 7790 1GB MotherBoard - Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD5 Revision 3 Power Supply - Antec 750w High Current Gamer System Manufacturer - None, Custom Build Below are some commands to illustrate my issue >sudo lshw | grep -A 8 bank *-bank:0 description: DIMM DDR3 Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) 667 MHz (1.5 ns) product: 9905403-489.A vendor: Kingston physical id: 0 serial: 570DDE08 slot: Node0_Dimm0 size: 4GiB width: 64 bits -- *-bank:1 description: DIMM DDR3 Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) 667 MHz (1.5 ns) product: 9905403-489.A vendor: Kingston physical id: 1 serial: 590DE408 slot: Node0_Dimm1 size: 4GiB width: 64 bits -- *-bank:2 description: DIMM DDR3 Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) 667 MHz (1.5 ns) product: 9905403-489.A vendor: Kingston physical id: 2 serial: 570DE708 slot: Node0_Dimm2 size: 4GiB width: 64 bits -- *-bank:3 description: DIMM DDR3 Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) 667 MHz (1.5 ns) product: 9905403-489.A vendor: Kingston physical id: 3 serial: 480D1213 slot: Node0_Dimm3 size: 4GiB width: 64 bits >uname -a Linux CJ-Server 6.5.0-26-lowlatency #26.1-Ubuntu SMP PREEMPT_DYNAMIC Tue Mar 12 10:29:17 UTC 2024 x86_64 x86_64 x86_64 GNU/Linux >cat /proc/meminfo | grep -i memtotal MemTotal: 7908244 kB

So I looked at my computer performance in task manager and was surprised to see that it detects 16GB of ram(2x8GB ddr4 2666mHz) but uses less than half of it (7.9GB), the other part (8.1GB) is Hardware Reserved. It is the second computer I built from used parts. I tried to resolve my issue: I set a limit to how much memory windows can reserve (2GB), restarted and nothing happened, tried removing device drivers I no longer use, reset windows (keeping the files), reset BIOS, cleaned and reseated RAM sticks and still nothing changed... Can I try anything?

My friend recently build an intel i5 13500 and i was surprised by the memory speed, as stated in intel ark web for i5 13500 it says memory frequency is up to 4800mhz for DDR5, yet my friend can run his memory on 5600mhz like in this screenshoot from cpu z, isnt non intel k processor cant overclock memory? or i didnt know something new? intel ark web for 13500: https://www.intel.co.id/content/www/id/id/products/sku/230580/intel-core-i513500-processor-24m-cache-up-to-4-80-ghz/specifications.html Spec: i5 13500 Asrock B760M PG Riptide Gskill Flare X5 32gb dual kit 5600

after upgrading my computer this time. i m facing this unique error which saying this instruction at [0x0000007ff949827DC] can at 0x0000000000000 couldn't be read. from different application. i want to understand what is the issue ? CPU Memory or Motherboard. becoz i need to claim warranty.

Should i buy another 2x8GB kit and playce next to my original rams, or should i buy a new 2x16GB kit? (DDR4) My ram CL17 timing, if i buy a new but CL16 timing, is it cause a problem or can i setup the same CL17 timing? I have the following stuff: Motherboard: Asus Tug Gaming X570-Plus Memory: Kingston HyperX Predator HX436C17PB4K2/16 Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X Thank you (Sorry for my english)

I recently took out 2 of my 4gb 3200 ram sticks out of my daily pc to put into another unit with a faulty ram problem. After running it on a different pc, i pulled both back out and installed it on my daily pc. When i try to boot it up it wont post, but after some intense cleaning it would only post with 3 sticks and cmos clearing. If it worked before, how come it wont work again? Cpu: ryzen 5 3600 Ram: 4x4gb 3200 Mobo: msi b450 tomahawk max Vga: zotac 1650 super All 4 ram sticks are from the same manufacturer with identical specifications

Hi, so I've recently bought a new GPU and after installing it, and reinstalling Windows (ye I used DDU but wanted to be sure it wasn't a problem with the driver, so I reinstalled) I noticed my GPU was crashing on AAA titles, so I installed MSI afterburner to check what was going on, and to my surprise, as I was idling (in the images below) the clock and mem were spiking, I've never really seen this before, so that's why I'm asking. I had a Corsair CS750m but It was 10 years old so I bought a new PSU to stop the crashing and that fixed that, but now I'm curious about the memory, if it's normal for it to do this while I'm not doing anything? tl:dr; the first image is when (the one with the line at like 60% is during some light gaming, which to me this looks strange af to spike up and down). Should I return the card and by another one?

Hey guys, I’m upgrading from 256 gigs to installing 8x128GB 3200 MHz ram into my Asus WRX80E Sage and for some reason 7x128 posts but installing the eighth causes the motherboard to cycle codes, I’ve seen C2, 66, 44, 01, dE, etc. it doesn’t matter the stick or the slot, as long as 7/8 are installed it works. I’ve removed all my GPUs say for one output and I’m thinking maybe the motherboard is still trying to recognize all 8 slots so right now I’m waiting for something to happen. The VGA light is on right now…

I have been getting a lot of OOM errors, and I cannot for the life of me figure out the issue Just now before posting this, I had it happen again, but noticed memory usage was only 62%, applications open were Garry's Mod (+SRCDS Server), Visual Studio (In Debug at the time), Visual Studio Code, Discord and some other smaller stuff running in the background like file explorer, steam and ShareX and Opera One It happens a lot when I am not programming or in debug mode so I feel that is unrelated, it can sometimes happen when just playing a game without anything much else open Sometimes it feels like 1 application has a freak out and triggers a chain reaction of other applications Whenever this happens, all 3 monitors do go completely black, with one of them sometimes showing a white window outline, I don't know how to describe it any better This is a link to my parts https://pcpartpicker.com/user/callumokane/saved/#view=RfkFP6 Any help is appreciated!

Hello, I was wondering if anyone knows the thermal pad thickness for the reference rx 6700xt. I recently changed the themal paste and torn a few pads, replaced all of them with 1mm thick pads but the results are not very satisfying. Paste used was arctic mx6, pads some Arctic 1mm pads.

It's exactly what the title says. I have Ryzen 5 7500f and 32gb (2x16) of ddr5 Kingston Fury I've tried: One ram stick and no ram stick Popping out the cmos battery, waiting 10 minutes before putting it back in Flashing bios Checking bent pins, even sent a macro picture to a friend and still nothing Letting it just run for 15 minutes Reseating the cpu and cooler None of these have worked for me. Any help would be appreciated

Hi all, Which of memory speed would be best to pair with my MSi Tomahawk Max motherboard? I'm getting confused by MSi's website saying stating: 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7800+ MHz 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6600+ MHz 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz I want to fill all 4 slots in the motherboard, and I was going to purchase 2 of the following (for a total of 64GB RAM): CORSAIR VENGEANCE DDR5 RAM 32GB (2x16GB) 7200MHz CL34 Intel XMP iCUE Compatible Computer Memory - Black (CMK32GX5M2X7200C34) Although based on the dot points from MSi's website, by having all 4 slots filled am I even going to get 7200Mhz? Or should I simply buy something cheaper? Thanks in advance everyone!

Hey Guys, Thank you for reading - I need some help in identifying the best way to connect a older 6GB HDD. Context: This is a HDD from an old iRiver recorder that has stopped turning on. I've taken the HDD out and looking to connect to windows, and fingers crossed, it pops up like a removable HDD. It currently uses a flat flex ribbon cable, ATA-33 connector, however I'm struggling to find an adapter that would allow me to plug this into either a USB port, SATA, or even simply copy the data to flash storage. I've found something similar (Converter) for Toshiba drives, but am struggling for this drive. I've contacted seagate's tech support who suggested I many need to daisy chain adapters, but did not give any further details on the type of adapters required. I've added some pictures, any advice or guidance here? Model: ST650211FX Connector: ATA-33 More information: https://testhdd.com/Seagate-ST1-Series-ST650211FX-hard-drive-5-GB-ATA-33-17.html

I am planning to use the Asus ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI II for my new build with a i9-14900k. The plan is to use a Corsair Dominator Titanium 2 x 48GB 6600MT/s CL32 kit. (https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/memory/cmp96gx5m2b6600c32/dominator-titanium-rgb-2x48gb-ddr5-dram-6600mt-s-cl32-intel-xmp-memory-kit-cmp96gx5m2b6600c32) Now; this specific kit is not shown on the compatibility list (https://rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z790-e-gaming-wifi-ii/helpdesk_qvl_memory/) (Make sure it's on 14th gen.) All though the RAM does in theory fit within the motherboard specs for speed and size. I have doubts on how up-to-date/complete the compatibility list is. Based on the list there is only one supported set that can fill the claimed 192GB capacity. On the other hand: The Intel website also only claims "Up to DDR5 5600 MT/s" for the CPU, whilst it obviously can handle much more. So; would it be a safe bet to get this set of RAM in this build?

my computer has had a multidue if problems and i have no clue what to do so im turning here. The problems are as follows, showing i have 2 tb of storage but im only able to use under half without it giving me storage errors, and my 3090 has extreme frame drops with games it should easily run without it over heating . I have tried all the well known solutions like re-formatng the drive and updating the drivers for the gpu. there are some other problems but those are not as important as the storage and gpu. i am looking for any help please!

i just recently upgraded my pc and got a ryzen 7800x3d and 32 gb of ddr 5 , in my older system i had 32 gbs as well but it was ddr4 long story short i got hit with odd stutters randomly while i was watching youtube 720 p , checked task manager to find that i got 88% ram usage but after carefully looking it didnot add up restarted pc and its the same for example armory crate uses 247.3 mb of ram , which is also 1.9 % of my ram ? 247.3 /1.9= 130,158 130,158 x100= 13,015 , that is less than 13 gb in total yet the system shows that there is 32 gb of ram in it i got no idea

Hey, am I leaving a lot of performance on the table with 2666 memory on my setup of 12400f and 3070. Gaming on 1440p ultrawide. Thinking of getting 2x8 3200mhz if I would get some good performance increase

Hey! Soooo long story short. I have a zephyrus gaming laptop (it's been amazing) I play Fortnite often at mid settings and DX12, and it's been all good 120fps for like 8 months, but now I'll randomly get a crash saying I've run out of GPU memory and I'll check armory crate and it'll be MAXXED out randomly. But it games for hours and hours before that just fine, not at 100% usage and with no issues? Any idea if this is a Fortnite thing or driver issue? I'm fully up to date on updates, thank you!