Possible issues may stem from faulty hardware, outdated drivers, or unstable system configurations.
Possible issues may stem from faulty hardware, outdated drivers, or unstable system configurations.
Hello everyone! I’m experiencing some overall system instability, including a recurring Memory Management BSOD. After some investigation, I suspect the issue might be with my motherboard, memory modules, or the CPU. MemTest86 has detected errors during testing. I’m still unsure which part is faulty and have limited expertise to pinpoint the exact cause. The machine is an Asus X570 Crosshair VIII Hero WiFi AMD 3900x 32 GB (4x8) Team TForce Dark Pro 3200 CL14 MSI GTX 1070. The memory sticks should be identical except for minor differences visible in the attached images. I’ve shared the MemTest results and will run another test once completed. I intend to disable docp/xmp and swap the memory sticks to observe if the errors persist or change over time, which could point to a memory issue. Another possibility is that the sticks aren’t making proper contact with the board—my AIO appears to be pressing against one stick, causing noticeable gaps. Despite this, I’ve heard it still clicks when installed, so re-seating might help. A photo is attached for reference. Unfortunately, I don’t have spare memory modules or another processor to test alternatives. Ideally, if the problem remains, I’d consider returning it for warranty support, but if it’s a controller issue on the chipset, I’m uncertain about proceeding with AMD’s service.
It’s unlikely to start properly. Wipe CMOS, remove xmp/docp files, and run memtest86.
Have you attempted to pinpoint whether a specific stick or a particular slot is the culprit? It’s possible the one nearest to the AIO is the source. It should be simple—remove the stick and run memtest to observe any changes. Ideally, isolate the problem by testing one or two sticks at a time while noting your findings. If the issue lies with the AIO ports, simply rotate the unit. Once you identify the faulty component, you can return it for replacement or repair.
This situation is similar to what we're facing, and we're both trying to figure out the cause. Your guess matches what I would expect—whether it's the CPU, RAM, or something else—it really needs physical testing. If I had to guess, RAM is more likely than the other two. My first step would be to unplug that stick and run MemTest again. If that doesn't help, try adjusting the CPU voltage in BIOS and see if it clears the issue. If neither works, you might need to have the board tested professionally or return it for replacement. Have you updated the BIOS yet?
After turning off DOCP and keeping my RAM sticks unchanged, the issues disappeared. This suggests a possible RAM stick problem. Would you agree? Yes, I think it might be related to my memory sticks. They’re set to automatically increase to 1.35V, which makes me suspect they could be faulty since they’re rated for that speed.
The SOC settings for RAM are accurate at 1.2v and 1.35v. It seems you're experiencing strain due to the SOC handling higher bus speeds when DOCP is enabled. The base FClock is 1200Mhz, but with PCIe 4.0 support it can be pushed up to 1600Mhz. Running multiple RAM sticks and a GPU at that speed may cause instability. The stock SOC operates at 1.1v, which is acceptable for continuous use, but exceeding it beyond a few hours is not recommended. Could you tell me what type of SSD you have?
Your current bios profile with DOCP is set for 3200 MHz, but the test suite reports issues. Since you suspect the issue isn’t a PCIe 4.0 card, adjusting SOC voltage to 1.2V might help. Consider using an offset or manual fixed voltage instead.