The computer frequently experiences BSOD errors, typically daily.
The computer frequently experiences BSOD errors, typically daily.
If your BIOS includes the AI Overclock Tuner, changing it from XMP I to Auto effectively turns off XMP and applies the standard JEDEC parameters (usually DDR5-4800 @ 1.1 V). To confirm XMP is disabled, use HWInfo; it should display MCLK at 2400 MHz (4800 MT/s) rather than higher values. The DRAM voltage will decrease from over 1.35 V to approximately 1.1–1.2 V. Gear Mode should remain at Gear 2, which is acceptable. This configuration places your system on a stable baseline—helpful for eliminating RAM-related BSODs. Share your experience with the overnight memory test or any changes in XMP behavior.
I completed the overnight test and everything looks good. XMP should be disabled. Let me know if you need anything else!
The MemTest86 outcomes indicate no errors and a speed of 4800 MT/s across various conditions. This confirms XMP was turned off during the evaluation. The RAM appears physically sound and stable in synthetic memory checks, with temperatures remaining within safe limits (max 55°C for RAM, 61°C for CPU). Extending the test could provide more insight, as longer sessions—potentially over eight hours—help uncover issues MemTest86 might miss. Running tests outside the operating system (via USB) reduces strain on the memory controller and avoids pagefile usage, keeping RAM temperatures and voltages lower and more consistent. In contrast, Windows-based testing (e.g., Prime95, HCI MemTest) simulates real-world scenarios with CPU load, drivers, and memory management tasks like MiDecommitPages and NtFreeVirtualMemory. This can expose problems such as BSODs, memory corruption, or instability from high XMP settings, heat, or voltage swings. For instance, the PFN_LIST_CORRUPT crash linked to runtime memory deallocation is difficult for MemTest86+ to replicate. To proceed, consider reverting to XMP profiles 1/2, boot into Windows, and conduct extended stress tests using tools like Prime95 with custom settings: FFT sizes from 4096K to 8192K, in-place mode disabled, 26GB RAM allocated, 20-minute runs per cycle. Disable power plans to High Performance, and monitor temperatures and voltages via HWInfo64. Save minidumps and the HWInfo log for correlation with system data. If all tests succeed, your XMP configuration is stable not just in isolation but under realistic conditions. If issues arise, share the dump files, logs, and screenshots for deeper analysis.
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