PC RAM is behaving strangely. The exact cause isn’t clear, and it might be connected to the Windows Update process.
PC RAM is behaving strangely. The exact cause isn’t clear, and it might be connected to the Windows Update process.
In June 2023 I purchased a 16GB RAM module. It functioned flawlessly without any issues. After updating Windows, the graphics driver was replaced, which triggered problems. I used the Display Driver Uninstaller to restore the driver, but it only worked temporarily. The issue worsened with games and eventually required reinstalling Windows and drivers again. Since the official iGPU driver was last updated in 2022, the version I had before the problem began is still current. I replaced my RAM, reducing errors somewhat, but they continued frequently. I attempted memory testing tools without success, adjusted BIOS settings, and changed USB boot options, yet the problems persisted. My main concern is whether replacing the RAM will resolve the issue or if further action is needed.
It's a Lenovo laptop equipped with an AMD A9-9425 APU. The motherboard model isn't specified, but the brand is confirmed as Lenovo. The memory details are unclear—only a Crucial 3200MHz specification is mentioned without further information. I’m using a single slot and plan to run MemTest86 on the 8GB stick tomorrow to check for issues. I disabled Secure Boot in BIOS, but there’s no TPM option available to adjust it. A photo of your RAM might help identify the exact model.
Based on the clues, it seems you're looking for the Lenovo laptop model. The A9-9425 APU was found on the IdeaPad, and you mentioned checking the mode number like 130-15AST. You also noted the memory packaging should display the model, possibly with a sticker on the top of each sticker. It appears the laptop can be sensitive to memory speed, timings, and voltage settings, and using the manufacturer's drivers (Lenovo) is usually more reliable than generic ones.
I don’t recall the laptop model right away, so I’ll look into it tomorrow. I remember mentioning Corsair memory, but that was an error—I’m sorry. It’s 3 a.m. and it’s been a while since I’ve been up late. I meant “crucial” and attached a photo of my memory stick above. If you wait, I can send a picture of the exact stick tomorrow when I replace it.
We'll need to investigate a little to understand the reason. The best approach varies depending on the laptop—sometimes using the Lenovo drivers works, other times Windows-detected drivers are better, and occasionally AMD drivers provide the optimal performance. More information about your laptop is required.
Sorry for being late. Laptop is Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST, Model name: 81N3 Here's a picture of my exact crucial memory stick: I ran it for months without issue until Windows Replaced my GPU Driver. Can a GPU driver cause weird memory issues? Note that 1GB of my system memory is reserved for my iGPU shown here: Yes I am using my 8GB stick the laptop came with because I'm waiting for the 16GB stick to be replaced and it could happen at any time. I also would like to ask, around end last year I reinstalled Windows and it worked perfectly fine (it was that Install that got broken by Windows Update replacing my GPU Driver). Like I never had an issue and all I did after installing was run Windows Updates to get Lenovo Firmware, Realtek, Samsung and Windows Security and 22H2 updates while strictly stopping and restarting if it downloaded more than 50% of the AMD GPU Driver that came with Windows Updates. And after all those I installed AMDs Driver for my APU (A9-9425) from here: 7th Gen A9-9420 APU Drivers & Support | AMD and it worked flawlessly until Windows Update replaced it. Anyway what I want to ask is I reinstalled ever since switching back to 8GB because the 16GB caused some OS corruptions or something. And it's not good? I did all the steps from before except for the part of formatting my SSD: Installed all Updates except the GPU ones then downloaded the exact same Driver from AMDs website as I always have. And I feel like I have issues, what am I doing wrong? Am I even doing something wrong? I had a flicker when switching browser tabs a while ago so I feel like somehow the first Windows reinstall worked fine but after that I broke something?