Bad RAM occurs due to faulty memory modules or electrical issues.
Bad RAM occurs due to faulty memory modules or electrical issues.
Hi, last year in June I upgraded my gaming setup completely: case, motherboard, CPU, cooler, graphics card, RAM, SSD, power supply, and even the operating system. Then in November my wife encountered a virus from an unusual anime site. At first I noticed strange blue screens and decided to reset everything. After a fresh install everything functioned well until recently, when I suddenly saw a BSOD with the error code "BAD_MEMORY_MANAGEMENT". I ran Windows diagnostics which came back clean. I adjusted my RAM speed to 2333MHZ for testing memtest86, then reset it to 3600MHZ. The test showed issues on the image file "ram_error.jpg". I bought replacement RAM but wondered if the problems might stem from the malware or another hardware issue. I’m looking into ways to optimize my build so it doesn’t get bottlenecked again. Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks in advance.
Enable auto settings in BIOS. RAM should operate at standard frequencies, around 2133MHz. After that, you can perform a memory test. If errors persist, your memory module might be faulty; otherwise, the XMP/DocumentPro profile may not be functioning correctly, potentially leading to crashes over time.
Sure, I attempted that, but I didn’t capture a photo of it. It ended up with the same issues again. The concern was whether my equipment might be responsible, or if the virus from November was the cause.
Well, if you install a new RAM module and still face the BSOD, it could indicate an issue with your system. Think about what might be causing the problem—such as faulty components or driver conflicts. Try checking for updates, testing with different RAM types, or consulting manufacturer guides to narrow down the cause.
It seems the issue might be hardware-related, though it could vary. I’d begin by clearing the display and reinstalling. If problems persist, examine the Event Viewer for details.
After reviewing more details, I confirmed compatibility for your MSI Tomahawk X570 with Wi-Fi. Your RAM model F4-3600C16D-16GTZN matches the supported configuration. The timing differences you mentioned—your RAM has 16-19-19-39 while the supported one uses 16-16-16-36—seem to be variations in settings, not a cause for BSOD.
Only if you've tried them at high speeds, specifically 2133mhz, excluding the XMP profile
I received the same RAM module, tested it using memtest86 at 2133MHz and 3600MHz, everything functioned correctly. It appears the previous unit was defective. Please contact the manufacturer and await their response.