RD RAM HELP Computer Crash

Forbidden · 16 Mar 2006 at 10:52

Hey,

I just got some RD RAM 2x 256RD RAM to go with my 2x 128RD RAM.

PC800 - 40ns

Slot #1 256RD PC800 - 40ns (ECC)
Slot #2 256RD PC800 - 40ns (ECC)
Slot #3 128RD PC800 - 40ns (NON-ECC)
Slot #4 128RD PC800 - 40ns (NON-ECC)

My computer keeps crashing at random moments, It there any where to test the RAM? and can I stop it crashing? I get errors like .exe could not be opened. And just before when i was typing this I got an error saying some thing about .dll and the browser closed and I had to re type it.

Thanks,

Forbidden · 16 Mar 2006 at 11:09

The Bios is crap on this Dell Dimension, I'll try using the NEW ram only and see what happends. And I'll try the mem test later m8.

Forbidden · 16 Mar 2006 at 14:39

leezer3 said:
Hiya,
You want the memtest x86 ISO available from here:
http://www.memtest.org/#downiso
Let it run, preferably overnight and see what happens. A BIOS update might also be available to increase RAM compatibility.
You could also try manually setting up the memory in the BIOS, as this has been known to resolve some issues.

Finally, try with only the new RAM in- It might be complaining about having different types present.

Cheers

-Leezer-

Which one do I download?

Thanks,

Forbidden · 16 Mar 2006 at 17:09

I read some where that you can use ECC and Non ECC at the same time.

Anways thanks for your help. I am sending the person back his RAM getting a Refund

Forbidden · 16 Mar 2006 at 18:16

I Tried using the RAM on its own the 2x256 and it keep crashing when on desktop.