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RAM Trouble

RAM Trouble

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geabaars09
Junior Member
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06-01-2025, 12:38 PM
#1
You recently purchased a new PC with a 16 GB RAM module rated at 3000 MHz, but you're unable to adjust the BIOS setting from 2667 MHz to 3000 MHz. You're using an MSI motherboard.
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geabaars09
06-01-2025, 12:38 PM #1

You recently purchased a new PC with a 16 GB RAM module rated at 3000 MHz, but you're unable to adjust the BIOS setting from 2667 MHz to 3000 MHz. You're using an MSI motherboard.

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Thywan
Junior Member
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06-01-2025, 06:28 PM
#2
Yes, I have XMP enabled.
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Thywan
06-01-2025, 06:28 PM #2

Yes, I have XMP enabled.

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angelcake_11
Senior Member
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06-01-2025, 07:21 PM
#3
I agree. When I switch to auto mode, there isn't an option to set 3000hz, but as shown in the second picture, my RAM is indeed 3000hz.
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angelcake_11
06-01-2025, 07:21 PM #3

I agree. When I switch to auto mode, there isn't an option to set 3000hz, but as shown in the second picture, my RAM is indeed 3000hz.

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moonhoax
Member
148
06-15-2025, 12:19 PM
#4
Your mainboard can only handle speeds up to 2666 MHz. A more advanced board would be needed for quicker RAM performance.
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moonhoax
06-15-2025, 12:19 PM #4

Your mainboard can only handle speeds up to 2666 MHz. A more advanced board would be needed for quicker RAM performance.

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AJallstar99
Member
220
06-18-2025, 08:17 AM
#5
Wow, I was taken aback. I got this PC ready-made from Best Buy. Such a mistake!
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AJallstar99
06-18-2025, 08:17 AM #5

Wow, I was taken aback. I got this PC ready-made from Best Buy. Such a mistake!

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Vitto2002
Member
52
07-08-2025, 12:24 PM
#6
Do you believe reaching out and acting like a karen will help? If not, do you have any mobile device suggestions with Wi-Fi?
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Vitto2002
07-08-2025, 12:24 PM #6

Do you believe reaching out and acting like a karen will help? If not, do you have any mobile device suggestions with Wi-Fi?

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Chuck978
Member
110
07-08-2025, 09:11 PM
#7
Lately things have been hectic, yet typical for most pre-build setups is cheaper lower-end boards. Since you're running an Intel CPU, the gains from faster RAM will be minimal, making AMD Ryzen the better choice. With a non-K CPU, overclocking isn't possible no matter the board. You also have the chance to add a Wi-Fi adapter—don’t skimp on quality. For personal use, I favor an Ethernet cable. If you’re not concerned about the slight speed boost, the most affordable board that supports better RAM speeds is the one listed at PCPartPicker. For Wi-Fi, the budget pick is the ITX model and the ATX option with built-in Wi-Fi.
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Chuck978
07-08-2025, 09:11 PM #7

Lately things have been hectic, yet typical for most pre-build setups is cheaper lower-end boards. Since you're running an Intel CPU, the gains from faster RAM will be minimal, making AMD Ryzen the better choice. With a non-K CPU, overclocking isn't possible no matter the board. You also have the chance to add a Wi-Fi adapter—don’t skimp on quality. For personal use, I favor an Ethernet cable. If you’re not concerned about the slight speed boost, the most affordable board that supports better RAM speeds is the one listed at PCPartPicker. For Wi-Fi, the budget pick is the ITX model and the ATX option with built-in Wi-Fi.