After resetting the BIOS, the DRAM LED lights turned red and the CMOS battery was used.
After resetting the BIOS, the DRAM LED lights turned red and the CMOS battery was used.
I created a budget setup with minimal funds and it functioned well until I needed to restart. The screen displayed only black, but the fans ran and I could still operate the keyboard and mouse. After powering off the PC via the front panel button and turning it back on, everything returned to normal. I was also able to restart it normally. Initially, I assumed it was just a minor issue, but certain games required a proper shutdown and reboot. My friend suggested resetting the BIOS using the CMOS batteries above them. After doing so, the PC started correctly, though Windows failed to boot after selecting the boot device again. The screen remained black, the DRAM lights flashed red, and I couldn’t access the BIOS or the memory status light. The system is stable now.
It seems like the connection point is dirty. If the socket becomes dirty, the PCI debug card will display E1 indicating a RAM error. You’ll need to remove the board, apply 99% isopropyl alcohol to the socket, cover it with a clean material (like tissue or paper), and let it sit for 24 hours. The following day, the PC should function normally. This method has helped me several times when RAM issues arise.
Could you clarify what you're referring to? The term "socket" can mean different things depending on the context.