Updated Ram "Flck" & adjusted schedule, give it a shot!
Updated Ram "Flck" & adjusted schedule, give it a shot!
I'm doing this on my phone, so please ignore the formatting. I was checking the Bios settings after trying the "auto XMP" button but it didn't work. My RAM is rated at 3200MHz, yet the BIOS shows a frequency lower than that—possibly around 1200MHz. After a quick search, I increased the setting to 1333 and saw a message saying "Ram timings try it." Then I clicked on 1333 x x x x and restarted. The system didn't start up or show any error messages afterward. I removed the CMOS battery and reinstalled without changing anything... Did something go wrong? What should I do next? Thanks in advance!
What processor are you using? It seems like a Ryzen 1000 or 2000. It's unlikely you damaged anything; most RAM can handle voltage fluctuations (DDR4 needs at least 1.5V for short periods, and some setups support up to 2V). A clear CMOS should have brought it online. MSI boards typically have debug LEDs that display what they're reading.
It looks like you fixed the CMOS battery correctly. You heard three beeps then a silence, then booted into Windows with limited RAM. Everything seems saved. The other RAM stick isn’t working—maybe it’s faulty or incompatible. The XMP profiles in AutoXMP are causing issues, and deeper bios profiles aren’t registering properly.
What processor are you running? If it's a Ryzen from the 1000 or 2000 lineup, 3200MHz can be quite challenging. The memory controller on those chips isn't great. XMP settings often don't work well here. 3200MHz is more stable for Ryzen 3000 and newer models, as well as Z170 and later, but the XMP profiles in those DIMMs might not be optimized for AMD, so you'll need to tweak them manually to get good performance.
Return to testing single sticks, but check each one separately in its own memory slot (start with slot 2, then slot 4 if applicable). It could be that a specific stick failed when you raised the frequency. Those chips are designed for 3200MHz operation. You’ll likely need to manually adjust the memory timings to make it work.
You've got a solid background, and your dedication shows. Regarding competitive FPS, higher memory clock speeds combined with reduced timing can definitely lower latency. Your experience logging extensive playtime gives you real insights. Have you come across any community discussions or tests comparing memory upgrades to CPU speeds in games like CS:GO? Many players share their findings, though it's common to see mixed opinions on the best approach.
Wow, that's a lot to take in! I just wanted to use the term "csgo" in my search and found what I needed. Honestly, I'm not very smart about this stuff. Thanks for your support—it means a lot. And yes, I learned how RAM timings and frequency impact performance... It looks like things are getting tougher.