Windows 7: Test RAM

In Windows 7 you can test your RAM (RAM) and check for errors. This works even without installing another tool - how exactly, read here.

Test RAM with Windows memory diagnostics

1. Click the Windows button (formerly "Start") and enter "Windows memory diagnosis" in the search bar. Open the found tool. Alternatively, you can also open the memory diagnosis with the "mdsched.exe" command directly from the search bar.
2. Select "Restart now and check for problems." You can cancel the following check with [Esc].
3. After the restart, Windows informs you of possible errors in the working memory.

Tip: In another practical tip, we will tell you how you can empty your working memory with just a few clicks.