System hangs due to continuous restarting after memory addition.
System hangs due to continuous restarting after memory addition.
Motherboard: gigabyte Ga-z170xp-sli RAM: 2x8 gigs Corsair 2400MHz CPU: Intel i5 6600K GPU: Nvidia GTX 1070 Power supply: bequiet! E10-CM-600W The issue began during a game session. While chatting on Discord and streaming, my internet browser opened extremely slowly. Upon checking the task manager, I noticed high memory consumption near 80%. This was unexpected since I had 16 gigabytes installed. After verifying, I found only 8 gigabytes remaining. Replacing both RAM modules and turning off the system caused a persistent boot loop. I've tested all possible configurations, cleaned components, reset CMOS, unplugged drives, and replaced the power cable, but the problem persists. Assistance needed.
The term "boot loop" refers to the system repeatedly restarting without progressing past the initial setup phase. It often involves LEDs flashing or fans spinning, and the screen displaying error messages or codes. This happens when hardware or software issues prevent the PC from loading properly. If you have a mainboard speaker, it typically plays a short beep or tone to indicate a problem. Have you verified the error code?