Problem with classical RAM on MSI PRO Z790-P and T-Force Delta 6000MHZ system
Problem with classical RAM on MSI PRO Z790-P and T-Force Delta 6000MHZ system
Hello, your system keeps showing black screens warning about hardware changes and prompting you to access BIOS for adjustments. Initially, RAM was set to a slower speed than 6000MHZ, which resolved after enabling XMP. Now, from the black screen, only half of the 16GB RAM is recognized by Windows, despite both sticks being functional and displaying lights. The BIOS lists both sticks but shows a total DRAM usage of just 16384MHZ. I've tried adjusting all BIOS settings without success. Your hardware specs include an i7-13700F, RTX 4090, MSI Pro Z790P, 32GB T-Force Delta, 2TB SSD, 6TB HDD, and a 1000W Gold PSU. Have you encountered this problem before? Would upgrading to 64GB RAM be a viable solution, or is there another immediate fix I might have missed?
I've faced this problem a couple of times, and fixing it usually just involves reinserting the RAM. DDR5 is especially prone to problems if the installation isn't perfect, which can lead to such issues. It's fast, simple, and definitely worth a shot.
Thanks! I'm not alone in this. I'll attempt to reinsert the RAM, and if that fails, I might try updating the BIOS (though this version shouldn't be outdated). It's been really hectic with schoolwork lately—I haven't had time to properly care for my PC. I'll let you know if it works.
I reattached the RAM, but the problem persists. Both units are still displaying activity, yet only receiving 16GB. Thank you for the advice—positively, I used the opportunity to give the PC a thorough cleaning.
Experiencing instability often points to RAM issues, especially when the sticks start to light up. Fast RAM like 6000 MHz can work, but compatibility varies by system. To confirm performance, adjust your BIOS settings to lower the RAM speed and observe if both sticks are recognized with full capacity. Use tools such as CPU-Z to inspect the memory section and verify functionality. Repeated testing at reduced speeds helps determine if the problem persists. Ensure the sticks are placed correctly in dual-channel slots before proceeding. If they still don’t work, remove one stick, test it separately, and swap it back. If it fails, try another slot or replace the faulty stick. If the system doesn’t boot at all, the issue is likely with that specific RAM module.
It’s good to see. You’ll need to verify this by testing a few Super PI runs. Use both sticks in dual-channel mode, then switch to single-channel and compare. If the performance changes noticeably, it indicates real differences rather than random variation. Aim for a 32M run for clear results. Find the download link at the provided URL and scroll down for the file.
In CPU-z, the SPD section displays each memory module separately. Everything appears to be functioning correctly as well.
Manufacturer is missing slot #1 and XMP 3.0. I've been thinking about this all week. Because of school and telling professors my computer needs fixing, I haven't run bench or Pi tests yet. If the PCI slot still reads something, it probably means a small RAM issue causing problems. I might need to bring it to a nearby shop.
It's odd that two modules have conflicting records. Were they intended as part of the same package or purchased separately? It would be better to buy modules together for optimal compatibility. It seems one module was designed for AMD systems while the other supports both AMD and Intel. That’s quite unusual. For a fix, since Expo6000 and XMP6000 share similar timings, you might try manually adjusting the RAM settings in the BIOS instead of just enabling XMP. Hope this resolves the issue!