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Light up in memory diagnostics during startup

Light up in memory diagnostics during startup

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___Alex___
Member
109
07-16-2023, 02:42 AM
#1
Hello, I've powered on my PC and noticed the DRAM light appears during startup. I've already done several troubleshooting steps—re-seating RAM, checking each memory stick, resetting CMOS, updating BIOS, and re-seating the CPU—but I still don't know what's causing the problem. I ordered a motherboard speaker that should arrive tomorrow, which might help diagnose the issue. In the meantime, do you have any other ideas or fixes I could try? Thanks!
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___Alex___
07-16-2023, 02:42 AM #1

Hello, I've powered on my PC and noticed the DRAM light appears during startup. I've already done several troubleshooting steps—re-seating RAM, checking each memory stick, resetting CMOS, updating BIOS, and re-seating the CPU—but I still don't know what's causing the problem. I ordered a motherboard speaker that should arrive tomorrow, which might help diagnose the issue. In the meantime, do you have any other ideas or fixes I could try? Thanks!

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Misli
Member
110
07-16-2023, 04:27 AM
#2
Reorganizing the power connections, especially if the CPU has an integrated GPU, might help. Removing the GPU could resolve the issue. A DRAM light suggests a memory problem, possibly indicating faulty modules—consider swapping them out.
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Misli
07-16-2023, 04:27 AM #2

Reorganizing the power connections, especially if the CPU has an integrated GPU, might help. Removing the GPU could resolve the issue. A DRAM light suggests a memory problem, possibly indicating faulty modules—consider swapping them out.

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Miyuumi
Senior Member
543
07-17-2023, 02:18 PM
#3
Sadly no igpu but I could boot without the GPU and see if the light stays on or not. The ram sticks are brand new though so I would think it to be unlikely that both would be dead on arrival. I'll try booting without the GPU and reseating the power pins and get back to you. P.s thanks for your fast response.
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Miyuumi
07-17-2023, 02:18 PM #3

Sadly no igpu but I could boot without the GPU and see if the light stays on or not. The ram sticks are brand new though so I would think it to be unlikely that both would be dead on arrival. I'll try booting without the GPU and reseating the power pins and get back to you. P.s thanks for your fast response.

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Matke04
Posting Freak
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07-25-2023, 06:45 PM
#4
Attempted without the GPU, but the result remained visible.
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Matke04
07-25-2023, 06:45 PM #4

Attempted without the GPU, but the result remained visible.

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DarckXPvP
Junior Member
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07-31-2023, 02:38 PM
#5
It seems you're facing some issues with your RAM sticks and motherboard. Maybe they're not compatible because of the new DDR5 standards or because the BIOS doesn't recognize them. You could check the stick specifications and your motherboard's support list, and consider updating the BIOS if it offers a flash USB option.
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DarckXPvP
07-31-2023, 02:38 PM #5

It seems you're facing some issues with your RAM sticks and motherboard. Maybe they're not compatible because of the new DDR5 standards or because the BIOS doesn't recognize them. You could check the stick specifications and your motherboard's support list, and consider updating the BIOS if it offers a flash USB option.

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07-31-2023, 06:26 PM
#6
Thank you for your patience. I'm reaching out to the manufacturer and I hope they reply tomorrow. My setup includes an Asus TUF B650 Plus and a Ryzen 7 7700 processor. I've attempted using the latest BIOS flash utility with both the newest and previous versions, but it didn't work. The Lexar drives listed on Asus' site appear to be compatible as well.
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Darling_Doctor
07-31-2023, 06:26 PM #6

Thank you for your patience. I'm reaching out to the manufacturer and I hope they reply tomorrow. My setup includes an Asus TUF B650 Plus and a Ryzen 7 7700 processor. I've attempted using the latest BIOS flash utility with both the newest and previous versions, but it didn't work. The Lexar drives listed on Asus' site appear to be compatible as well.

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Super_AapjexD
Posting Freak
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07-31-2023, 08:05 PM
#7
Hey there, if it's a budget pair of sticks, it might be recycled or older, which could mean you're in luck—or not. If you're having trouble getting a reply from Lexar, checking Amazon or where you placed the order might help speed things up.
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Super_AapjexD
07-31-2023, 08:05 PM #7

Hey there, if it's a budget pair of sticks, it might be recycled or older, which could mean you're in luck—or not. If you're having trouble getting a reply from Lexar, checking Amazon or where you placed the order might help speed things up.

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JBeast2014
Member
169
08-02-2023, 05:56 AM
#8
The chances are low, but not zero. The 32GB 6400mhz sticks are priced around £100, which fits your budget. Since you contacted AWD and are considering a replacement, it’s worth checking if the CPU memory controller could be the cause.
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JBeast2014
08-02-2023, 05:56 AM #8

The chances are low, but not zero. The 32GB 6400mhz sticks are priced around £100, which fits your budget. Since you contacted AWD and are considering a replacement, it’s worth checking if the CPU memory controller could be the cause.

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Meenu
Member
62
08-02-2023, 02:08 PM
#9
It turns out the AMD website lists only up to 5200MHz for the Ryzen 7 7700 chipset. That’s likely the reason. I checked some fixes but they need you to modify the BIOS or enable certain settings first. So yeah, it’s a known limitation officially.
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Meenu
08-02-2023, 02:08 PM #9

It turns out the AMD website lists only up to 5200MHz for the Ryzen 7 7700 chipset. That’s likely the reason. I checked some fixes but they need you to modify the BIOS or enable certain settings first. So yeah, it’s a known limitation officially.

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pappabajskorv
Junior Member
45
08-02-2023, 04:07 PM
#10
I noticed it before too. Does that mean you should get some 5200mhz RAM? I saw Amd recommend using a setup at 6000mhz, and the Lexar kit seems to have a limit around 5200mhz. Could you overclock to 6000 or 6400 with Evo? In short, what should I do next? Your effort to look into this really helps—thank you!
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pappabajskorv
08-02-2023, 04:07 PM #10

I noticed it before too. Does that mean you should get some 5200mhz RAM? I saw Amd recommend using a setup at 6000mhz, and the Lexar kit seems to have a limit around 5200mhz. Could you overclock to 6000 or 6400 with Evo? In short, what should I do next? Your effort to look into this really helps—thank you!