Problem with Corsair Vengeance RAM not functioning properly
Problem with Corsair Vengeance RAM not functioning properly
Hey everyone, my built PC has been working well for about 18 months. Problems started around 3 months ago with RAM issues; a BIOS flash resolved them temporarily. Recently, I experienced random crashes while at work, so I’ve done all the troubleshooting steps—updated BIOS and changed RAM. I was using 32GB but later it dropped to 16GB, which helped for a while before stopping completely. I’m unsure what’s next and would appreciate any advice or tips.
Uncertain about what occurred, but it seems this might be the reason they warn against using Corsair RAM...
What makes you think the RAM is the issue? If you have extra RAM, try installing it to check. After confirming the problem is there, we’ll need to decide whether to send it back or replace it. Let us hear your thoughts!
Remove the board from the case and place it on the anti-static material it came with (if available). Keep only the CPU and power connector connected. Disconnect all drives, GPU, and RAM. Begin by shorting the power pins using a screwdriver. If no error appears for RAM, the board, CPU, or PSU may be faulty. For further troubleshooting, swap components one at a time. If a RAM issue occurs, test with just one stick (slot A2) to check functionality.
It seems the memory issue is likely with the RAM. The recommended actions are to proceed with a return or replacement. Goodbye.
No, you can't use RAM that's two years or even one year old. It needs to be fresh for safety and performance.