Issue with DDR5 memory training
Issue with DDR5 memory training
I purchased the Ryzen 7 7700x, MSI B650-PRO, and G-Skill Flare 32gb DDR5 RAM combo from Microcenter in June 2023. I installed it with an Intel 1TB SSD, Corsair RM750x, and RX 6600. Recently, I've noticed unusually slow boot times—ranging from 10 to 30 minutes. The CPU and DRAM debug lights remain active throughout. I've tried single stick RAM, reset the CMOS via JBAT1 header, and performed full power cycles. My MSI motherboard warranty has about five months left, and I'm considering returning it for repair or a new board. Once the system starts up normally, I'm wondering if there are software solutions I can apply to resolve the issue before incurring the $30 cost and losing my computer. Any suggestions?
Have you checked if the BIOS updates are installed? You might also want to turn on Memory Context Restore within the BIOS settings, which skips memory training during startup. This approach may cause system instability, though it hasn’t affected me personally.
It seems there might be confusion about what caused the memory training impact. If the BIOS hadn't been updated, the changes shouldn't have occurred. I understand your point and align with the person who mentioned this.
Hey everyone, this looks like memory training content. A BIOS update—or a fresh install if you're using the newest version—should resolve the issue. My partner had a new PC and was complaining about slow startup times. I initially thought she meant around 30 seconds, but once I realized it was closer to 3–5 minutes, I checked the BIOS settings and updated them. The system booted up in just 15 seconds right away.
I don't believe the issue lies with the motherboard. Previous suggestions included updating BIOS, turning on MCR, and reducing RAM EXPO speed if it's very slow at startup (e.g., from 6000 to 5600). If problems persist, it might indicate a faulty RAM module.
I made the latest stable updates and still faced delays. Enabled MCR with a speed of 5600, but booting takes 20–30 minutes each time. Considering an RMA for my motherboard seems like a good option if further troubleshooting isn’t working. This appears to be the most likely issue.
You can try this method. It should resolve the problem without causing instability.
In BIOS, you have the option to turn off RAM training, or a similar feature in this configuration.