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The motherboard has broken the RAM sticks.

The motherboard has broken the RAM sticks.

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mewa11
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04-05-2024, 05:58 PM
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My brother returned today with a PC that wouldn't power on. I anticipated the issue and discovered his RAM was overheating. I attempted to install my RAM into his system, but it still didn't function. The situation worsened—his RAM no longer works either. What might be the cause? How can I determine if a RAM stick is damaged? The MSI Fury 2x8 GB sticks are available.
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mewa11
04-05-2024, 05:58 PM #1

My brother returned today with a PC that wouldn't power on. I anticipated the issue and discovered his RAM was overheating. I attempted to install my RAM into his system, but it still didn't function. The situation worsened—his RAM no longer works either. What might be the cause? How can I determine if a RAM stick is damaged? The MSI Fury 2x8 GB sticks are available.

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04-07-2024, 06:27 AM
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He likely attempted to boost performance by increasing RAM, CPU speed or similar components. Resetting CMOS should resolve the problem. To reset CMOS, disconnect the PC from power entirely, turn it on briefly with one or two presses to discharge residual charge, then remove the CMOS battery from the motherboard. The battery resembles the one shown below. Allow 5-10 minutes after removal, then reinstall it correctly—face the positive terminal upward and the black ring with dot facing down. Once back in power, restart the system. If it fails to boot despite a reset, it’s likely hardware damage remains.
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04-07-2024, 06:27 AM #2

He likely attempted to boost performance by increasing RAM, CPU speed or similar components. Resetting CMOS should resolve the problem. To reset CMOS, disconnect the PC from power entirely, turn it on briefly with one or two presses to discharge residual charge, then remove the CMOS battery from the motherboard. The battery resembles the one shown below. Allow 5-10 minutes after removal, then reinstall it correctly—face the positive terminal upward and the black ring with dot facing down. Once back in power, restart the system. If it fails to boot despite a reset, it’s likely hardware damage remains.

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IamRikyPT
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04-07-2024, 07:20 AM
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Grab the ram sticks and connect them to your setup. If they're burnt, your system won't start. Simple as it sounds.
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04-07-2024, 07:20 AM #3

Grab the ram sticks and connect them to your setup. If they're burnt, your system won't start. Simple as it sounds.

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04-07-2024, 07:36 AM
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He didn’t overclock anything. He’s glad he knows how to power on/off the PC. The machine was inactive for about 3-4 days before it was attempted to turn on today. I’ll attempt a CMOS reset anyway. I’ll keep you informed. Thanks.
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V_Angel29
04-07-2024, 07:36 AM #4

He didn’t overclock anything. He’s glad he knows how to power on/off the PC. The machine was inactive for about 3-4 days before it was attempted to turn on today. I’ll attempt a CMOS reset anyway. I’ll keep you informed. Thanks.

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04-23-2024, 12:25 AM
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Cleaning CMOS didn’t resolve the issue. It seems my RAMs are damaged, possibly due to power supply or motherboard problems in my brother’s computer. I shouldn’t have installed the RAM sticks into a faulty machine, but I was curious if it was a RAM issue.
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04-23-2024, 12:25 AM #5

Cleaning CMOS didn’t resolve the issue. It seems my RAMs are damaged, possibly due to power supply or motherboard problems in my brother’s computer. I shouldn’t have installed the RAM sticks into a faulty machine, but I was curious if it was a RAM issue.

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