Computer Memory Problems - Steps to Take to Diagnose Faulty Memory [aboutcomputer99.blogspot.com]

Computer Memory Problems - Steps to Take to Diagnose Faulty Memory [aboutcomputer99.blogspot.com]

Does your computer emit a beep when switching it on? Do you get a Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) at random times and on the screen it displays techno jargon like "IRQL_Less_or_Not_Equal"? Well I'm afraid to say that your computer memory might be faulty.

What are the common symptoms of failing memory?

Computer doesn't switch on, and if it does it doesn't show a proper boot up screen. An odd beeping noise. This noise comes from the motherboard after it does its P.O.S.T (Power on self test). When it finds faulty ram it emits this beeping morse code. Funny display characters in Windows. Blue text screens which indicate an error has been encountered.

How to test memory:

Firstly always open up the computer with the power disconnected, and remove all the ram from the motherboard Clean the gold connectors on each ram stick with alcohol. Place a single stick into the memory bank marked DDR1 (or the first slot closest to the CPU) Run a memory test program, ie MemTest86+. A memory test tool can easily be found on the AVG anti-virus website which provides an AV rescue ISO. Burn this ISO to disk, boot up your computer and then select the memory test option. Repeat the process for each memory stick until all your memory is tested.

The test could take some time to run, but testing each one individually is the best way of isolating which memory stick is faulty. Once a memory stick is faulty go to your local computer repairs company taking the faulty memory module with. The local operator will be able to help you source a new one. Place this new memory stick into your computer and it's advisable to then run another full test on your motherboard.

It's also advisable to make sure that you use memory from the same manufacture, mixing and matching different memory could lead to incompatibilities.

If you find that the memory tests fine you may wish to start casting your eye upon your motherboard and the electronics that handle the memory.

Be warned, if you are unsure of the inner workings of a computer, it's best to call your local computer geek.

Suggest Computer Memory Problems - Steps to Take to Diagnose Faulty Memory Issues

Question by franckoboy: Is there a place or a store where I can test my computer memory Stick? Is there a place or a store where I can test my computer memory stick? Best answer for Is there a place or a store where I can test my computer memory Stick?:

Answer by mrresearchman
Most any computer store that actually repairs computers will have a memory tester... Rather they CHARGE for testing your memory is another matter.. Just check your phonebook for computer repair stores and call & ask IF and HOW MUCH they would charge. A few phone calls save time, gas, aggravation & money

Answer by TheHumbleOne
What is the problem? Windows has many, but not all drivers for flashdrives. Did yours come with a driver? Were you told to download? Did you install it? If you installed it or think your version of Windows had the driver, plug it in, then go to the device manager to see if the drive is working: cl Start cl Settings cl Control Panel cl System cl Hardware cl Device Driver R-cl on the item to be checked. Click Properties. That will tell you if the item is working properly. To update the driver: Start, Settings, Control Panel, System, Hardward, Device Driver click the icon for the item you want click the “update driver” button on the toolbar. If this doesn't help, the flashdrive doesn't work, and you just bought it, you should return to the store with the receipt.

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