Solved RAM is not working on 1333Mhz

[StalkeR]

I have Corsair 4GB module, which is working on 1333MHz, but it's working on 1066 only.
I got this module: Corsair Memory



When I set ram freq. in BIOS on 1333MHz, pc is not starting. I got: Overclocking error.

It's set on auto, and it's working on 1066MHz.

Why I got this ? The mobo can handle up to 1333(1600 OC), and the module is 1333MHz.

 

[paulpicks21]

Hi Stalker, it could be due to the latency being set too low in your bios.

According to the link you provided, Corsair says it should be 9-9-9-24 and according to your CPUz screenshot its set tighter than that at 8-8-8-20.

I would recommend setting the timings manually and trying 1333mhz and see if it runs.


Paul

 

[StalkeR]

Hello Paul, thanks for answering. I change them to 9-9-9-24, but the frequency was again the same.
There freq. was set in auto. Should I set the timings to 9-9-9-24 and set to DRAM FREQ. = 1333MHz?

 

[paulpicks21]

Yeah set everything manually, Timings to 9-9-9-24, Speed to 1333Mhz and make sure the voltage is 1.5V

 

[StalkeR]

I just set them to 9-9-9-24 and 1333, but again pc cannot start. Monitor is just blinking. Overclocking error I got again.

 

[paulpicks21]

Can you post a screen shot of CPUz SPD tab

 

[StalkeR]

Here is it.

 

[Layback Bear]

Just a though. The G630 chip specs indicate 1066 only. It might be locked.

Is this the problem.

 

[StalkeR]

I was thinking about that also. But one member from other forum said, that he's friend has G620 and he use memory with 1600MHz.
Edit:

I'm using old version of BIOS. Here is newest:


P8H61-M LX3 PLUS BIOS 0410
1.Improve system stability.
2.Improve memory compatibility.

Should I update it, maybe that's the problem?

 

[Layback Bear]

Well it's your call of course. If it was my computer I would do more research. A friend told a friend that told a friend is not a good reason to do anything. Because those updates are stability and memory updates I would try them if the research convinced me. Check out the Asus Forum; their might be something there.

 

[Hopalong X]

P8H61-M LX3 PLUS BIOS 0410
1.Improve system stability.
2.Improve memory compatibility.

Should I update it, maybe that's the problem?

That is possible.

Is it worth the risk to brick the mobo for a little RAM speed?

I wouldn't bother with it myself.
You won't notice a difference in day to day usage.

If you were having other problems that a newer bios FW would fix then that would be different.

Your call of course.

 

[StalkeR]

That is possible.

Is it worth the risk to brick the mobo for a little RAM speed?

I wouldn't bother with it myself.
You won't notice a difference in day to day usage.

If you were having other problems that a newer bios FW would fix then that would be different.

Your call of course.

Hello Mik, you're right. But I pay for memory on 1333MHz, not for 1066. What if memory is not working good ?

For the risk with mobo you're right, yes.
I know that I wont notice difference, but as I said above, I paid memory with 1333MHz.

Also, I leave that settings on Auto, and set timings on 9-9-9-24, and the ram freq. is the same, and the fsb:dram ratio also.

 

[StalkeR]

I called the service, and they told me to try with another dimm of 1333mhz ram. If it's working, so then the problem is with Corsair memory.
He also said, that Corsair are not on the list of supported memory, so maybe that could be the problem.(I doubt that, but will see)

 

[StalkeR]

I will sell this module, and will get new one. What will you said, whos better ? I know that they are low profile, but...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145260 for 16 Euros( I don't know if it has a waranty)

or

2 x Newegg.com - Kingston HyperX 2GB 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model KHX1600C9AD3/2G
for 24 Euros with waranty.

I was thinking about Corsair, because it have XMP profile, and Kingston don't have it.

 

[essenbe]

Stalker, if you have an XMP setting in bios try that, also try setting the command rate (CR) to 2T. The first numbers in your bios settings should read 9-9-9-24-2T, I believe, and the frequency to 1333. If you have an XMP setting, you should be offered several profiles (based on the SPD readings from CPUZ, one of which will be 1333) You have it set right now, except the 1T should be 2T, I'm pretty sure. It will be on the package or on a sticker on the ram sticks.

 

[StalkeR]

Hello Steve, thanks for answering.

I have set timmings atm at 9-9-9-24 1T. I'll try now to change CT to 2T.

For the mobo, this one don't support overclocking. RAM also don't have XMP profiles.

I have some option in BIOS called "Overclocking profiles", but I don't know how to change them.

Settings ATM

 

[Britton30]

Boshko the Corsair has a lifetime warranty as most all RAM does nowadays.

Actually I think your RAM is running only at 532MHz since you have only one DIMM install and it's in single channel mode. When you replace the one be sure to buy a kit of 2 DIMMs which will enable dual channel mode.

The overclock profile has to be saved first. It will save all of your current setting to a profile to let you go back to in case something goes wrong. I use it a lot, lol.

 

[StalkeR]

I'm back. I have set timmings to 9-9-9-24 2T, but nothing again.
When I set DRAM Speed at Auto, it detect it as 1066MHz. If I set at 1333MHz, pc is not starting(as above). I got overclocking error.
Here are some pics:

Boshko the Corsair has a lifetime warranty as most all RAM does nowadays.

Actually I think your RAM is running only at 532MHz since you have only one DIMM install and it's in single channel mode. When you replace the one be sure to buy a kit of 2 DIMMs which will enable dual channel mode.

The overclock profile has to be saved first. It will save all of your current setting to a profile to let you go back to in case something goes wrong. I use it a lot, lol.

Britton, it's working in 532(x2) = 1066. If I put one more dimm there it should be 1066 again, no 1333.

 

[Britton30]

Maybe this will help:



In single channel there is no x2, with another identical or matched set of RAM you would double your RAM frequency.


Also go to the UEFI as below and set the DRAM volts to 1.510 and try the 1333 again.

 

[StalkeR]

Maybe this will help:

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In single channel there is no x2, with another identical or matched set of RAM you would double your RAM frequency.

Ok. But, RAM is DDR(double data rate). That's the reason why DRAM Speed of 1066 is shown as 532.

Here is print from my previous conf. with 2GB DDR2/800MHz ram.