Defective Corsair Lpx 2133mhz 8GB RAM module
Defective Corsair Lpx 2133mhz 8GB RAM module
Avoid disabling memory slots. Consider restricting memory window usage via MsConfig, Boot settings, or advanced options. Try adjusting the lower limit and observe improvements.
the problem isn't with my power source because after removing the RAM stick, there were no issues. I still use a 750 watt power supply.
The explanations aren't enough to confirm this device. You'd need to check the friends PSU on your system to confirm it's not faulty. Until then, it seems to be a 750W power supply. If you're experiencing shutdowns instead of blue screens, that suggests another issue. A crash typically results in a blue screen and a saved file, which isn't happening here.
If I owned the power supply, would it still happen with or without the RAM stick? How can a single RAM module affect the PSU even if it's my power unit? Why does my full 16GB RAM function perfectly in Linux when using it? A power supply is purely hardware-based, so regardless of whether I'm running Linux or Windows 10, or using one RAM stick or another, the issue remains but isn't my fault.
Confirm if the system is powering down smoothly or experiencing crashes. Check for blue screens or unusual behavior on the screen. The mention of a "crash" suggests something went wrong during operation. Regarding RAM, it does consume power and relies on circuitry, but designing a hardware solution like this isn't feasible. W10 uses different system approaches compared to Linux, which affects how resources are managed.
It varies based on the issues I've encountered. I've experienced a brown screen, frequent crashes, and occasional stuttering. Sound still plays even when things crash. Using only one RAM stick resolves the problems, but with Linux it works smoothly. A failing power supply seems likely since it causes crashes regardless of which RAM is used. Adding extra components like fans increases power draw beyond what my PSU can handle, which is why everything functions well in Windows 10 without RAM A.
That’s the unusual aspect—it's really hard to pinpoint because I don’t see any logs in Windows Event Viewer or AIDA64 when I run stress tests to trigger a crash. I’ve tried over five different graphics driver updates on Windows 10, but nothing changed. The fact that Linux works perfectly suggests it might be Windows 10’s issue, possibly related to how the OS combines CPU and RAM usage. I only noticed the CPU LED light turning on when my PC crashed about ten minutes ago. Since I don’t see crashes unless my RAM stick is connected, it seems the problem could be with my CPU or its ability to recognize a specific RAM module. Crash: screen goes black but everything continues running; I have to manually restart via the PC’s restart button. It flickers on and off, sometimes freezing for a few seconds with or without sound, then crashes or returns to normal. Brown screen: happened only once.