PC occasionally stops during startup on the motherboard ROG display.
PC occasionally stops during startup on the motherboard ROG display.
Hello,
Motherboard: Asus rog strix z390 e-gaming
RAM: Trident Z RGB
DDR4-3200MHz CL16-18-18-38 1.35V
16GB (2x8GB)
I purchased a fully assembled PC and observed that in BIOS the RAM was configured to auto and operating at a lower speed than the original (2666 MHZ instead of 3200). Once I adjusted it to the maximum, the system would freeze during boot-up on the motherboard ROG display, requiring a restart. What could be causing this issue? Shouldn't the RAM automatically run at its standard speed without manual adjustment?
Edit: additional details not necessary.
enable xmp is safe without risks (overclock comes from the maker)...but it's not always confirmed, you might need minor timing adjustments to reach the claimed speeds.
To optimize the RAM, three components need to be optimized simultaneously. The RAM, the MOBO, and the CPU's memory controller all require adjustments. The MOBO poses no major challenges; the main concern is maintaining signal integrity, which becomes critical at high speeds. The RAM is capable of handling it. However, the memory controller must also meet the requirements. The CPU comes with a 2666 support out of the box.
It seems you're wondering if you should have adjusted your RAM manually before changing the processor's OC settings. You're looking for advice on determining the ideal frequency range where your RAM can run smoothly at 3200mhz without requiring too much effort from the processor.
The processor isn't directly modified, but the IMC might struggle with 3200 unless adjustments are made, such as a slight RAM voltage change, or it could be a coincidence. Check RAM overclocking for guidance.
I just adjusted the frequency. I thought it was the right method, but I'm glad I didn't harm the PC or its parts. How can I safely achieve a stable 3200 without any risks?
enable xmp is safe without risks (overclock comes from the maker)...but it's not always confirmed, you might need minor timing adjustments to reach the claimed speeds.