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Old Ram sticks aren't functioning properly.

Old Ram sticks aren't functioning properly.

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JJprogamers
Member
161
08-19-2018, 05:36 PM
#1
Hi there, I just upgraded my PC by adding two 2x4GB DDR4 RAM sticks to the existing 2x4GB sticks. Both kits are identical and use the same 2400 MHz RAM. After unplugging the machine, I installed the new sticks one by one and they worked fine. When I swapped them out one at a time with the old ones, nothing happened. Eventually, I reinstalled both sets and still had no issues. I noticed the EZ debug light on my B450-A Pro Mx MSI motherboard would flash when the new sticks were in place but disappeared once the old ones were removed. Everything seems normal now, though I’m still unsure if the new RAM is faulty or if there’s something else I missed. Would you mind checking if the sticks are properly seated and if the slots are clean? Thanks for your help!
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JJprogamers
08-19-2018, 05:36 PM #1

Hi there, I just upgraded my PC by adding two 2x4GB DDR4 RAM sticks to the existing 2x4GB sticks. Both kits are identical and use the same 2400 MHz RAM. After unplugging the machine, I installed the new sticks one by one and they worked fine. When I swapped them out one at a time with the old ones, nothing happened. Eventually, I reinstalled both sets and still had no issues. I noticed the EZ debug light on my B450-A Pro Mx MSI motherboard would flash when the new sticks were in place but disappeared once the old ones were removed. Everything seems normal now, though I’m still unsure if the new RAM is faulty or if there’s something else I missed. Would you mind checking if the sticks are properly seated and if the slots are clean? Thanks for your help!

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tylerbrawl
Member
77
08-27-2018, 06:55 AM
#2
Remove the old sticks, set the new sticks in their position, and check for a boot.
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tylerbrawl
08-27-2018, 06:55 AM #2

Remove the old sticks, set the new sticks in their position, and check for a boot.

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_NovaZone_
Member
156
08-28-2018, 12:15 PM
#3
Are you sure your bio reflects the latest information? It's okay if you need a little help.
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_NovaZone_
08-28-2018, 12:15 PM #3

Are you sure your bio reflects the latest information? It's okay if you need a little help.

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Sokil
Member
65
08-28-2018, 05:04 PM
#4
Thank you for your assistance!
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Sokil
08-28-2018, 05:04 PM #4

Thank you for your assistance!

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ULTRAGE
Member
137
08-30-2018, 02:59 AM
#5
It seems the current version might be flawed, please let me know how you'd like to proceed!
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ULTRAGE
08-30-2018, 02:59 AM #5

It seems the current version might be flawed, please let me know how you'd like to proceed!

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R3trone
Junior Member
9
08-30-2018, 09:51 AM
#6
I experienced a comparable problem where only half of the slots were functional. Fortunately, I received a 16GB drive, which means I won’t have to worry about needing more until I upgrade to DDR5.
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R3trone
08-30-2018, 09:51 AM #6

I experienced a comparable problem where only half of the slots were functional. Fortunately, I received a 16GB drive, which means I won’t have to worry about needing more until I upgrade to DDR5.

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DantehIsGay
Posting Freak
902
08-30-2018, 11:39 AM
#7
Take back the kit immediately, it's definitely a faulty unit.
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DantehIsGay
08-30-2018, 11:39 AM #7

Take back the kit immediately, it's definitely a faulty unit.