Problem with Optiplex 3080 SFF RAM modules
Problem with Optiplex 3080 SFF RAM modules
You're facing a tricky setup issue. It seems like your system only recognizes one storage device, even though you have two 8GB sticks available. The power indicator flashing yellow or orange before shutdown suggests a power-related problem. The fact that the RAM sticks match in spec but differ in color might point to a hardware mismatch. Given the motherboard's limited power supply and narrow case, it's possible the power delivery isn't sufficient for dual drives. You might want to check the power adapter compatibility or consider upgrading to a better power solution. If the issue persists with one stick, it could be a genuine power supply fault rather than a RAM compatibility problem.
I don't have the exact details of your RAM models, but you can check the specifications of the two soDIMMs by looking at their ECC ratings, capacity (measured in GB), and the number of pins they use. Make sure they match the OptiPlex 3080's requirements for compatibility.
So this is one of the Micro ATX Optiplexes, a 3070? Dell's naming convention isn't consistent, but usually the 3080s are the super SFF ones with SODIMMs and the 3070s are the mATX with full DIMMs. I've done RAM upgrades on both in the last couple of years, but its an important distinction. That's a strange DIMM, since 8GB 3200MT/sec at CL22 is a really poor quality. I wonder if its trying to force lower timings on that stick that it can't run, since 3200MT/sec is more like CL14 or CL16 than CL22. What about the other DIMM?
It's identical except for a deeper green shade, but the camera isn't working because it's inside the device.
I attempted this but didn’t succeed. It seems the issue lies with the second slot—both modules function correctly in the first slot, but the second one isn’t working. The error lights indicate a memory failure. You might want to consider replacing the second slot.
This computer has some unusual behavior, making it hard to figure out. During a BIOS reset, I noticed something strange—neither of the two slots boots when using the second one. I see two amber lights and four white lights, and the manual mentions memory failure. It seems the second slot might be faulty. Both modules function correctly in the first slot. Should I try another approach or accept it as a bad slot?