RAM: Fix errors - how it works
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If you discover errors in the working memory, this can have several reasons. Learn how to fix the errors in this practical tip.
Step 1: Check RAM for errors
You can test the RAM to be able to fix errors:
- To do this, download the freeware MemTest from our download portal.
- Open the tool after downloading it.
- In the field you have to enter the MB number you want to test. Alternatively, you can also enter "All" to test the entire working memory.
- The check is started with the "Start Testing" button. Since this is very time consuming, we recommend that you do it at night.
- Finally, the result is presented to you. But what to do if the RAM is defective or faulty? Read the possible solutions in the following paragraph.
- Windows also has its own memory diagnostics. We explain how this works in our video:
Step 2: RAM defective - rectify the error
If errors or problems have been found in the working memory, you have no choice but to replace it:
- Due to the structure of the RAM, you have no options to repair it.
- If you still have a guarantee on the working memory, you should make this claim.
- Otherwise you should buy a new RAM bar. Search our price comparison for a suitable and cheap working memory.
- We have summarized what you should pay attention to when installing new RAM in a practical tip.
This practical tip is based on MemTest 4.1 under Windows 7. You can find out in the next practical tip what can happen if the working memory is not recognized.