Memtest86
Memtest86
Hello, I’m looking for someone with more experience in memtest86. I finished the main test without any issues across four passes (about 2 hours and 30 minutes), but during the RAM benchmark test that runs in just five seconds, the computer froze at the end. I recreated this by letting the RAM heat up for an additional 15 minutes of the main test, then stopped short and rerun the benchmark—this time the system restarted on me. I have other details, but this is the main point I want to share. Please let me know what else you need.
Understanding the precise RAM benchmark you're using is helpful. Some tests push the CPU and memory controller to their limits, leading to overheating and crashes. MemTest86 serves as a solid baseline for checking RAM stability, though it's not the complete picture. For my setup—using a 3800MHz CL16-13-13-21—I initially chose the Y cruncher stable version as a starting point, then adjusted it for consistent results in other tests. I aimed for 700% coverage in HCI Memtest and ran 50 Linpack 14GB loops with FurMark for a thermal stress test. The process would have included testing up to 30GB, but I encountered issues with Windows memory limits and frequent crashes.