System experiences crashes under XMP/DCOP settings?
System experiences crashes under XMP/DCOP settings?
Hi, I've been using this setup for about a month and a half now. Recently, I've faced several problems with crashes in both the games and the overall system. It looks like the issue is likely limited to the CPU and motherboard. I've tested two different RAM modules from two brands—G-Skill and Corsair—and also swapped out the GPU to an older model. The system runs smoothly when DCOP is off, but once it starts, it becomes slow initially, then crashes occur, followed by more frequent and severe failures.
I'm wondering if anyone has encountered similar issues. It seems like either the motherboard or the CPU's memory controller might be the problem. For reference, here are my specs: CPU - Ryzen 7950X, Motherboard - ASUS TUF Gaming X670E, GPU - Radeon 6900X, RAM - G-Skill Trident Z Neo 6000 MHz and Corsair Dominator 6200 MHz (both doubled). I also tried both RAM types separately, but they stayed stable until DCOP was enabled. The latest error code I saw when the system shut down was "IRQL not less or equal," though I've had many different errors during crashes. Any advice would be really appreciated!
I believe you're experiencing the same problems as me—my system feels less stable compared to before. The hardware includes a Ryzen 7900X, an Asus Crosshair Hero X670e, and a Corsair Vengeance 6200 MHz with an Asus Strix 3080. Mostly I've seen game crashes and some general instability.
Finding four sticks that coordinate is challenging when you have two distinct sets. You can't simply rely on XMP settings because they originate from RAM. You need to examine the speeds and timing of each kit, using the slowest and least stable parameters as your starting point. Adjusting RAM settings can help, but if you're unsure, stick to the baseline you find. Also, since the kits differ, verify their voltages and set the highest one accordingly.
In general this resembles early development stages of a new platform, until fixes are released to address stability concerns things will need manual adjustments. Initially you should manually configure the DRAM voltage, then apply SOC 1.1V. The five voltages shown can aid in maintaining stability, but avoid overdoing them. Your setup differs from theirs, so I've included the reference image for clarity.
X.M.P./D.O.C.P. counts as overclocks beyond JDEC guidelines. Usually it works, but sometimes the chipset throws you a curveball and causes strange problems. I experienced this with my standard XMP setup, so I had to adjust my RAM timing myself. It required a lot of work and more than 100 blue screens. It might also be related to the newer platform, since there are many reports of issues with recent updates—BIOS patches could help or might even be necessary. If you're not using the latest BIOS, double-check it!