The RAM OC problem with the Ryzen 9 build is causing the PC to freeze. Please share the 3700x if anyone can resolve it.
The RAM OC problem with the Ryzen 9 build is causing the PC to freeze. Please share the 3700x if anyone can resolve it.
Hello everyone, happy holidays!
I recently experimented with adjusting my RAM (T force Vulcan 3200mhz 4x8) and its settings. I increased the MHz to 3600 and lowered all timings by one. My computer still boots, but when I try to use it, it freezes and crashes. During startup, I sometimes see a "Memory OC failed" message. I reset everything, even changed the CPU settings, and removed the motherboard battery completely to fully reset it. It still behaves the same way. Is this problem due to insufficient voltage? My PC worked fine with all these components until I altered the RAM—still it boots but freezes shortly after a moment. Any advice would be really helpful!
Current Build
Ryzen 5900x (water cooled with Corsair)
Nvidia 3080 FE
4 x 8 GB 3200mhz T force Vulcan
1000 W power supply
MSI x570 pro gaming carbon motherboard
Samsung 970 M.2
whoever can help me will get my 3700x (replaced with 5900) as a thank you. I’d have spent much more on a better motherboard or RAM if I could. I already have it as a keepsake, but someone who can fix this deserves it. The first person to resolve it gets it!
Did your PC function properly when only the A-XMP 3200 profile was activated?
Why did you purchase two separate 2x8 kits rather than a single 32 GB (4x8 or 2x16) kit?
Using mixed kits usually causes complications.
Have you updated the BIOS for the 5900x?
If yes, here are the steps:
Clear CMOS using these instructions:
Disconnect the PC from the power source.
Press the power button for a minimum of 30 seconds.
With a flat-headed screwdriver, touch both jumper pins of the CLR CMOS (JBat1) to short them for at least 15 seconds.
The location of the JBAT1 jumper is detailed in page 39 of E7B93v1.2.pdf (msi.com).
Reconnect the PC and press the power button to start it up.
Press the DEL key repeatedly; a screen should appear instructing you to...
Combine the RAM slots. Shift each stick into its position and test functionality. Also consider reducing the overclock of your RAM slightly, then bring it back to 3200mhz.
It seems you should probably use the RAM timing calculator. The timings usually aren't set exactly as intended. Instead of cutting them down, you might need to add some. Once you address that part, whether you can actually reach that speed depends on other factors.
OK so if the RAM is rated for 3200 mhz i shouldn't go higher than that for the timing calculator, how will I access that if my PC freezes and crashes after a few minutes? In short, does the timing calc scan the RAM or do I just enter my model number and it gives me the best settings?
Turn off XMP/OC and check for stability. I observed that everything worked until you applied this OC, and despite a CMOS reset, it still crashes. I might try using RAM from another system to see if it's damaged, or test other RAM here to determine if it returns to normal. Be careful when adjusting OC/voltages, as this could cause damage. It seems this issue might be present in this case.
Use Thaiphoon Burner (trial version) to determine the chips in your RAM before proceeding with DRam Calculator. There are YouTube tutorials available for using both tools together. It's recommended to disable xmp first. You may also need to locate the CMOS reset jumper on your motherboard if necessary.