PC may restart or enter a bootloop unless you use just one RAM stick.
PC may restart or enter a bootloop unless you use just one RAM stick.
I assembled this machine in 2019 and it consistently ran with two 8GB DDR4 sticks at 3200MHz. Recently, whenever a new Steam install or for no apparent reason it would power off and restart, then occasionally get stuck during reboot. It only worked again after leaving the PC on and disconnecting the power supply for an hour. I discovered the restart issue improved when I removed one RAM stick, leaving just one 8GB module. Thinking it was a software glitch, I reinstalled the OS and switched between Windows and Linux. Now I’m back on Arch Linux but still lack confidence in hardware troubleshooting and don’t know exactly what’s wrong.
additional details would be useful since various configurations might present unique problems. a boot loop might start with simple mistakes like mislabeling the boot drive in bios, or progress to more complex requirements such as memory checks. even minor features like sleep mode or fast startup can lead to complications. more information helps provide clearer guidance when people share their experiences.