Really need some help. Bios and memory setting.

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 17:12

I have a Biostar T power P45 Motherboard

Just wondering what i need to set in the Bios?

Will some screen shots of CPU-Z help?

The reason for this question is that a lot of errors seem to keep hinting that i have faulty memory. However, i have ran Memtest 86 for just over 10hours and it came up with no errors.

However, i do have two different types of DRRII ram

2 x 1GB of OCZ DRRII Gold GX XT 5-5-5-12 timings

and

2 x 1GB OCZ DRRII Dual Channel Platinum Revision 2 XTC 4-4-4-15 timings

in my bios voltage is set at 1.88 and CPU-Z

Screen shots of CPU-Z

superflyguy · 4 Mar 2009 at 17:21

Hey ho mate.
Need a wee bit more info:
What are the errors and what do you mean by "a lot of errors seem to keep hinting that i have faulty memory"? What is hinting at errors, are you running a particular proggy?
Also when do you see the symptoms, maybe its certain software causing it.

Best to also post up ya rig, might not be memory at all.
I' stick to 1 type of memory then run memtest (try 24hrs run in). If all ok, then try the second set of RAM by itself.
Also bear in mind the timings are different for both sets of RAM.

By the way, the OCZ forum has excellennt support, best I've had from a manu.
Tho I'm now using Corsair mem in my new rig.

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 17:46

well i tired to run Intel burn test today this is what i got:

IntelBurnTest v1.9 - Utilizes Intel(R) Linpack technology
by AgentGOD
Thanks to Cronos from XS for the memory size equation

Description: Linpack by Intel(R) is an extremely stressful program that will
put even the most powerful X86/X64 CPU in the world at its knees. Load temp
under Linpack will be up to 22*C higher than the competing software Prime95.
This program will make usage of Linpack easier and more practical.

Note: Testing under 64-bit Windows will yield the most accurate result, and is
highly recommended. Please read the included readme file for more information.

Operating Systems supported:
32-bit Windows (X86)
64-bit Windows (X64) [not Itanium]

Currently running OS: 64-bit
Physical memory available: 2683 MB

Turn on error detection (Y/N)? y

Stress levels available:
1 - Maximum stress
2 - Half stress (uses 1/2 of available memory)
3 - Low stress (uses 1/4 of available memory)
4 - Customize stress level

Please select desired stress level> 1
Using maximum available memory to stress test (2683 MB).

Enter the number of times to run the test (5 or more recommended)> 6
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Executing Intel(R) Linpack 64-bit mode...
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The system cannot find the path specified.
Linpack test results - Residual(norm) values
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Conclusion: Your PC has failed Linpack testing.

Why did you receive what you received? If you passed, that's great! If not,
then one or more Residual(norm) values outputted from Linpack did not match
everything else. In this case, it is undeniable to conclude that your CPU
and/or RAM is unstable.
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When installing BF2 it always crashed on geomitries at 62% so i did a fresh install and now get this mod error cant remember what it was now.

Crysis took 2installs but works fine now- completed. However, it was crashing but i defragged hdd then didnt happen again error was '2350.DFI sever error'

I have ran Furmark it ran fine at high FPS and good temps.

Shall i just post my OP in OCZ forums?

What other info do you need? Would some pictures of my Bios setting help?

Thanks

RJC · 4 Mar 2009 at 17:57

As your running 2 lots of different ram, try each set individualy and see how you get on, also check the timmings and voltage of the ram modules, this should be printed on each module.

Alternate, you might need to up the MCH voltage a notch or two as your running all memory banks.

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 18:00

RJC said:
As your running 2 lots of different ram, try each set individualy and see how you get on, also check the timmings and voltage of the ram modules, this should be printed on each module.

Alternate, you might need to up the MCH voltage a notch or two as your running all memory banks.

MCH voltage? Would you be able explain more on this?

As i have a slight knowledge on computers but when it comes to software don't know much at all.

Also is there a reason why its only say 400 Mhz in CPU-Z when ram suppose to be 800Mhz?

I will try the two separate memory later. When i have just got one of the sets in shall i run memtest 86 or something?

RJC · 4 Mar 2009 at 18:30

Your memory is double data rate which means 400mhz is 800mhz - sorry I can't explain better.

MCH is the Northbridge, you will to enter the BIOS, it's usualy with all the settings for the cpu frequency and voltages.

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 18:46

I jsut wanted to make sure that 400 mhz was correct.

yea i have found that. Got the option for voltage configurations etc.

I cant find the ram timmings where its obvious like wher its says 5-5-5-12. I been into DRR timings but i don't understand what it all means there is number which are something like 4 4 4 12 then there like 3 3 3 19 . Shall i post some pictures of bios settings for Memory timings, voltages, and Northbridge settings? That bee helpful?

RJC · 4 Mar 2009 at 18:58

lynchy6789 said:
I jsut wanted to make sure that 400 mhz was correct.

yea i have found that. Got the option for voltage configurations etc.

I cant find the ram timmings where its obvious like wher its says 5-5-5-12. I been into DRR timings but i don't understand what it all means there is number which are something like 4 4 4 12 then there like 3 3 3 19 . Shall i post some pictures of bios settings for Memory timings, voltages, and Northbridge settings? That bee helpful?

If you can that would help

400MHZ is correct

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 19:01

just going to have my tea but will get some up in the next 2 hours.

Thanks for your help

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 21:01

RJC said:
If you can that would help

Here are some pictures for you, sorry about poor quality know good with a camera, thanks for the help greatly appreciated.

Home

got one from each section.

RJC · 4 Mar 2009 at 22:02

Thanks for that, when you try the memory modules in seperate sets check the timmings on picture six - change the first 4 lines if incorrect to the correct values printed on each module.

See how you get on, then do the same with the next set of modules.
(don't forget the DDR2 Voltage for both sets)

It might be worth doing this bit first: Up the Northbridge voltage a notch or two, put the Dram voltage to 2.1v and keep the timmings as they are and see how you get on, if that fails try the first part of this post.

Hopefully this is of some help

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 22:10

How much shall i up the northbridge by?

I will try with only each set 2 x 1GB and post the Bios image.

RJC · 4 Mar 2009 at 22:12

Try 0.2 - 0.3 volt.

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 22:15

aright i will do that now.

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 22:31

RJC which voltage do i need to change for NB i have changed memory (DRR) here is the bios screen shot beow.

RJC · 4 Mar 2009 at 22:42

Try the chipset voltage

rjk · 4 Mar 2009 at 23:22

what cooler are you running?

do you want a clock of 3GHz+

lynchy6789 · 4 Mar 2009 at 23:37

Running a tuniq tower.

I will be overclocking yes hopefully to around 3.4 i heard is easily managable with the e7400.

I am just having what seems to be some memory problems at moment. Posted screen shots of bios setting etc and copied errors, Intel burn test wont work, as i get onclusion: Your PC has failed Linpack testing.

Why did you receive what you received? If you passed, that's great! If not,
then one or more Residual(norm) values outputted from Linpack did not match
everything else. In this case, it is undeniable to conclude that your CPU
and/or RAM is unstable.
Please donate if you like this program! .

Full error in OP.

So far upped DRRII voltage. Will also up the NB by 0.2 V that recommnened? (4 x 1GB)

lynchy6789 · 5 Mar 2009 at 18:59

RJC said:
Try the chipset voltage

Should i up the chips set voltage to the below?

1.088 + 0.2 =1.288v

RJC · 5 Mar 2009 at 19:14

Try that and see how you get on, I needed 1.40v on my Abit IP35 Pro to run 4 sticks.