Bad CPU?
Bad CPU?
Hello everyone, I’m facing some issues and think my CPU might be the problem. I tried running MemTester 86, but my system would crash during the installation and didn’t finish. It stopped because there were too many errors. I’m wondering if I should replace the processor or if the problem is with my memory sticks.
AMD Proc Ryzen 9 12 core, 64 gigs men Gskillz. My setup keeps freezing often, unsure if the image link I shared is correct. Also, Windows won’t reinstall properly. I encounter Kmode error and other issues.
A common cause of MemTest issues is bent contacts within the CPU socket, linked to the two IMC channels in the processor. Gently take out the CPU and inspect the sensitive contacts from various perspectives. If you accidentally placed the CPU into the socket, it could have caused pin damage.
Another possibility is using RAM in "sub-optimal" slots and the BIOS not configuring the right timings (unlikely). Usually, RAM should be connected to channels A2 and B2 on a 4-slot motherboard. Refer to your motherboard manual, but this usually refers to the second (A2) and fourth (B2) slots relative to the CPU.
When testing pairs of DIMMs or even four, try a single RAM stick in slot A2 without XMP enabled. Run MemTest to identify any faulty DIMMs. If none of these steps resolve the problem, consider obtaining a budget-friendly (compatible) CPU from another source.
Ryzen 9 12 cores: could be several CPUs, please be more specific. Same for memory. Give the timing, the number of modules. What is the motherboard, the PSU? Is it a new or an old computer? Did it ever work?
The problems you are having sound a lot like a RAM issue to me and details are important.
It might be the CPU, or possibly the RAM could be the issue (though that seems unlikely).
Could you run memtest using one stick of RAM in the A1 slot?
If that succeeds or fails, try the other stick to check its condition.
If both fail, see if you can get a working RAM stick from another PC.
If that also causes problems, it may point to the CPU instead.
If issues persist, consider borrowing another CPU to test further.