Four extra RAM modules keep the system running without stopping, whereas two do not.
Four extra RAM modules keep the system running without stopping, whereas two do not.
Hey, your problem started after a clean install of Windows. Your PC won't shut down properly because it seems to stay connected to the motherboard. All peripherals turn off, but the system doesn’t power down. You suspect faulty hardware or an issue with one of the components.
I tried updating drivers, BIOS, and removing one peripheral at a time. Even after replacing all RAM sticks (except one), the PC still worked. But when you put all four back in, it started acting up again.
You mentioned having four Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 8GB modules, set up as four drives. They worked fine for about eight months until a reboot caused issues. It’s possible the problem is related to software or one of the sticks failing.
What else could you check? Consider testing with different RAM sticks, running a hardware diagnostic, and ensuring your power supply is reliable. Let me know what you find!
They're still active. The entire motherboard shines (I disabled it to prevent this) and the GPU lights up too. The biggest problem comes when I attempt to restart the PC—it doesn't shut down at all, staying stuck in the 'shutting down' state. Many users reported similar issues: the system fails to fully power off. - Microsoft Community Computer Won't Shut Down Windows 10 [SOLVED] - Driver Easy The main cause appears to be related to RAM.