Memory Test

Twinbird24

Twinbird24

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What would be the best program for running a mem test? I've never ran a mem test before so the more details about mem tests the better. Thanks!
btw my OS is windows XP 32bit, i have 4GB RAM installed but only 2.5 detected
 
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Twinbird24 said:
What would be the best program for running a mem test? I've never ran a mem test before so the more details about mem tests the better. Thanks!
btw my OS is windows XP 32bit, i have 4GB RAM installed but only 2.5 detected
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Because XP is a 32-bit OS it will not utilize 4 gigs of RAM; the max is 3.25 - 3.5. Only 64-bit operating systems can do so. XP runs very well with 2 gigs.

Here: http://www.memtest.org/ Some sites try to "sell" this very free and very safe utility.

This might help you: http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic62524.html
 
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Thanks.
Do I have to unplug the computer too when removing the RAM like the tutorial said, I just have to turn it off, no?
 
Twinbird24 said:
Thanks.
Do I have to unplug the computer too when removing the RAM like the tutorial said, I just have to turn it off, no?
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I just removed 2 gigs of RAM this week with the computer shut off and not unplugged but I would agree it is better to have it unplugged.

Make sure you are grounded. A simple static electricity spark will fry a motherboard.
 
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What difference does it make unplugging it?
And one more question, the mem test runs the same on laptops too right?
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You are dealing with electricity. Even if you turn off the computer, if it isn't unplugged, it is still connected to the power. It is pre-cautionary.

Yes, Memtest will work on laptops as well. Just place your CD/DVD drive as first bootable in the BIOS for both.

Memtest on a CD is a nice free utility to have as a diagnostic tool.
 
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