Device operates solely when RAM functions in single-channel mode

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Device operates solely when RAM functions in single-channel mode

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01-14-2016, 01:13 PM

I've owned this PC for about two years, but I've always struggled to get it to boot with dual-channel RAM. When I try that setting, I see a long flash for the DRAM and then a short flash for the CPU, followed by nothing. It hasn't been a big issue yet, but I'm noticing the performance loss. Any tips would be appreciated!

Jake_TheDoge

01-14-2016, 01:13 PM #1

BHLxNJx
Posting Freak

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01-21-2016, 07:19 AM

It seems you're questioning three possible issues: a bad RAM slot, an invalid IMC, or a dead RAM DIMM.

BHLxNJx

01-21-2016, 07:19 AM #2

It seems you're questioning three possible issues: a bad RAM slot, an invalid IMC, or a dead RAM DIMM.

tobuscis7
Member

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01-26-2016, 02:49 PM

A pin inside the CPU socket connected to memory might be twisted or damaged, which caused the problem I experienced.

tobuscis7

01-26-2016, 02:49 PM #3

A pin inside the CPU socket connected to memory might be twisted or damaged, which caused the problem I experienced.

Robang592
Senior Member

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01-30-2016, 09:31 AM

DIMM'S performance is best in single-channel setups; it doesn't function properly in dual-channel arrangements like slots (1, 3) or (2, 4), requiring them to be adjacent.

Robang592

01-30-2016, 09:31 AM #4

DIMM'S performance is best in single-channel setups; it doesn't function properly in dual-channel arrangements like slots (1, 3) or (2, 4), requiring them to be adjacent.

Reltzy
Member

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01-30-2016, 09:59 AM

I haven’t adjusted the CPU or its cooler since I assembled the system, just to verify the dual-channel settings again.

Reltzy

01-30-2016, 09:59 AM #5

I haven’t adjusted the CPU or its cooler since I assembled the system, just to verify the dual-channel settings again.

NicholCheese
Member

01-30-2016, 01:04 PM

I attempted to use slots 1, 3, 2, and 4, but none responded. My guess is the third and fourth slots on my motherboard are not available. Could you get some suggestions for suitable motherboards?

NicholCheese

01-30-2016, 01:04 PM #6

I attempted to use slots 1, 3, 2, and 4, but none responded. My guess is the third and fourth slots on my motherboard are not available. Could you get some suggestions for suitable motherboards?

Hishter
Junior Member

01-30-2016, 03:00 PM

I would still check your MB pins before buying a new board. And there's still the chance it's the CPU that's bad.

Hishter

01-30-2016, 03:00 PM #7

I would still check your MB pins before buying a new board. And there's still the chance it's the CPU that's bad.