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Device fails to start during installation despite proper function when used separately.

Device fails to start during installation despite proper function when used separately.

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rollingdolphin
Junior Member
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05-12-2022, 03:24 PM
#1
Hello, I tried upgrading my RAM from the same model to a faster one, but now the system won’t boot at all. After replacing one stick, it worked temporarily, but when both are installed it fails completely. I’ve checked the connections and removed one module, yet it still doesn’t start. The return window is closed, so I’m looking for possible fixes. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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rollingdolphin
05-12-2022, 03:24 PM #1

Hello, I tried upgrading my RAM from the same model to a faster one, but now the system won’t boot at all. After replacing one stick, it worked temporarily, but when both are installed it fails completely. I’ve checked the connections and removed one module, yet it still doesn’t start. The return window is closed, so I’m looking for possible fixes. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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FramezTheBest
Member
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05-12-2022, 05:20 PM
#2
Check the specific CPU and motherboard model. Moving RAM to another slot can affect performance depending on compatibility.
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FramezTheBest
05-12-2022, 05:20 PM #2

Check the specific CPU and motherboard model. Moving RAM to another slot can affect performance depending on compatibility.

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zebragirlC
Member
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05-13-2022, 02:01 AM
#3
It's an AMD Ryzen 3 2200G running on a Gigabyte B450M-DS3H motherboard. After switching RAM slots, the system started but displayed a static white-gray screen and became unresponsive. Restart attempts failed to get it running.
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zebragirlC
05-13-2022, 02:01 AM #3

It's an AMD Ryzen 3 2200G running on a Gigabyte B450M-DS3H motherboard. After switching RAM slots, the system started but displayed a static white-gray screen and became unresponsive. Restart attempts failed to get it running.

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Rodcraft99_PvP
Member
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05-20-2022, 06:45 AM
#4
Sure, I can check each RAM slot to identify any issues.
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Rodcraft99_PvP
05-20-2022, 06:45 AM #4

Sure, I can check each RAM slot to identify any issues.

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MegaDisco
Senior Member
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05-20-2022, 08:50 AM
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I checked each slot separately, and all are functioning properly except when both sticks are used together. Removing one stick causes it to spring back to normal.
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MegaDisco
05-20-2022, 08:50 AM #5

I checked each slot separately, and all are functioning properly except when both sticks are used together. Removing one stick causes it to spring back to normal.

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klaro56
Junior Member
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05-24-2022, 11:56 PM
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Can they function effectively at reduced speeds?
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klaro56
05-24-2022, 11:56 PM #6

Can they function effectively at reduced speeds?

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landoe50
Junior Member
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05-25-2022, 02:42 AM
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I haven’t tested the slower speeds since it was using the default xmp profile for slow RAM, so I wasn’t sure how to adjust the speed. Is this the main problem? I hope you try a few guides and let me know if it improves things. Thank you!
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landoe50
05-25-2022, 02:42 AM #7

I haven’t tested the slower speeds since it was using the default xmp profile for slow RAM, so I wasn’t sure how to adjust the speed. Is this the main problem? I hope you try a few guides and let me know if it improves things. Thank you!

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lonewolf8545
Junior Member
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05-25-2022, 11:15 AM
#8
It could be. If the board is aiming for 3200mhz (the fastest stick), the other one will match that speed, which might not be ideal. Also, first and second generation Ryzens don’t have strong memory controllers, so it might just struggle with handling four sticks.
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lonewolf8545
05-25-2022, 11:15 AM #8

It could be. If the board is aiming for 3200mhz (the fastest stick), the other one will match that speed, which might not be ideal. Also, first and second generation Ryzens don’t have strong memory controllers, so it might just struggle with handling four sticks.

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PlanetZwei
Member
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05-27-2022, 02:18 AM
#9
I installed the new RAM and it automatically detected it but ran slower than expected. I assumed it would work once it was set up, but to my surprise it won’t even boot when I use two sticks. However, it functions properly with a single stick. I’m considering your suggestion—please let me know if it resolves the issue. If not, I’ll be busy this weekend.
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PlanetZwei
05-27-2022, 02:18 AM #9

I installed the new RAM and it automatically detected it but ran slower than expected. I assumed it would work once it was set up, but to my surprise it won’t even boot when I use two sticks. However, it functions properly with a single stick. I’m considering your suggestion—please let me know if it resolves the issue. If not, I’ll be busy this weekend.