random blue screens with new pc

[Dave76]

There are just too many different RAM manufacturers and models for them to test, sometimes there are issues with chip size, single side/double side, configurations.

I'll do some checking on compatibility and post back.

Edit:
The newest BIOS version is FH.

Have you flashed BIOS before?

 

[xtexistenz]

There are just too many different RAM manufacturers and models for them to test, sometimes there are issues with chip size, single side/double side, configurations.

I'll do some checking on compatibility and post back.

Edit:
The newest BIOS version is FH.

Have you flashed BIOS before?

nope.. i have no idea how to do that, is that really needed? i'll do it if so..

 

[Dave76]

In CPUZ look at the 'Mainboard' tab and tell us the BIOS version number.

says "FE"

by the way i just found something in google someone saying that i5 processors are picky with ram memory and that they don't work with all memory sticks, hmm not sure if this is true..

I have not seen any issues with i5 and RAM, some motherboards have issues with some RAM.

My i5 750 is running great with Corsair RAM, BTW the model I'm using wasn't on the MOBO compatible RAM list.

Let's look at some other things before we update the BIOS.

 

[xtexistenz]

In CPUZ look at the 'Mainboard' tab and tell us the BIOS version number.

says "FE"

by the way i just found something in google someone saying that i5 processors are picky with ram memory and that they don't work with all memory sticks, hmm not sure if this is true..

I have not seen any issues with i5 and RAM, some motherboards have issues with some RAM.

My i5 750 is running great with Corsair RAM, BTW the model I'm using wasn't on the MOBO compatible RAM list.

Let's look at some other things before we update the BIOS.

oh ok.. i have to go for an hour or so.. be right back then.

 

[Dave76]

Read the BIOS section of you MOBO manual.

Set your RAM timings manually to 9-9-9-24 and the DRAM voltage to 1.5v.
Thats the first four RAM timing settings, leave the rest on 'Auto'.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Memory Settings > DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) > select Quick
Channel A Timing Settings > set the first four to 9-9-9-24, leave the rest on Auto.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Voltage Settings > DRAM Voltage, set to 1.5v.

Save and exit. Should be "<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program".

Let us know if you have any questions.

 

[xtexistenz]

Read the BIOS section of you MOBO manual.

Set your RAM timings manually to 9-9-9-24 and the DRAM voltage to 1.5v.
Thats the first four RAM timing settings, leave the rest on 'Auto'.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Memory Settings > DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) > select Quick
Channel A Timing Settings > set the first four to 9-9-9-24, leave the rest on Auto.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Voltage Settings > DRAM Voltage, set to 1.5v.

Save and exit. Should be "<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program".

Let us know if you have any questions.

done, should this make any difference? they were already set to those values but they were on auto thats all

thanks

 

[Dave76]

It can eliminate a settings variation issue.

Have you gotten any BSoD since manually setting the RAM timings?

Did you install the CPU?
Was there a guide you followed?

This is likely a separate issue.
I recommend you start using an anti-virus, Microsoft Security Essentials is free and very good. Use this with the Windows firewall.
You should definitely be running an anti-virus.

 

[xtexistenz]

It can eliminate a settings variation issue.

Have you gotten any BSoD since manually setting the RAM timings?

Did you install the CPU?
Was there a guide you followed?

This is likely a separate issue.
I recommend you start using an anti-virus, Microsoft Security Essentials is free and very good. Use this with the Windows firewall.
You should definitely be running an anti-virus.

hmm so far no bsod's but i'll run memtest86+ tomorrow on a cold boot, i did install the cpu and followed a guide, i don't think thats the problem

i never download new applications to get viruses like that.. if i get them from doing nothing.. then theres a problem with the windows firewall and i'll just get a better firewall, so far my PC is clean..

thanks a lot for your help! i'll let you know about that test tomorrow.

 

[Dave76]

That's good news, let us know how the cold boot test goes.

You can get viruses from USB sticks, websites, e-mail, it is highly recommended to use an anti-virus if you connect to the internet or use any media device, CD/DVD, USB stick, external HDD.

It's just not worth the risk, MSE is very good and free, you have nothing to loose except all your data and OS due to virus infection.

 

[xtexistenz]

That's good news, let us know how the cold boot test goes.

You can get viruses from USB sticks, websites, e-mail, it is highly recommended to use an anti-virus if you connect to the internet or use any media device, CD/DVD, USB stick, external HDD.

It's just not worth the risk, MSE is very good and free, you have nothing to loose except all your data and OS due to virus infection.

ok just done that test and nothing has changed, i get errors again

so.. motherboard is broken?

thanks

 

[Dave76]

You should have your RAM installed in the two white slots, from the CPU the 2nd and 4th slots.
Page 18 of your MOBO manual, slots DDR3_1 and DDR3_3.

Be sure that your grounded before you move the RAM, use a grounding wrist strap. This will prevent static electricity from damaging your hardware.

First, let's bump the memory DRAM voltage.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Voltage Settings > DRAM Voltage, set to 1.55v.

Run memtest86+ now and if it passes, run it again at cold boot.

Let us know the results.

Check the memory controller voltage:
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Voltage Settings > QPI/Vtt Voltage
It should be at 1.150v. in 'Auto'.

 

[xtexistenz]

You should have your RAM installed in the two white slots, from the CPU the 2nd and 4th slots.
Page 18 of your MOBO manual, slots DDR3_1 and DDR3_3.

Be sure that your grounded before you move the RAM, use a grounding wrist strap. This will prevent static electricity from damaging your hardware.

First, let's bump the memory DRAM voltage.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Voltage Settings > DRAM Voltage, set to 1.55v.

Run memtest86+ now and if it passes, run it again at cold boot.

Let us know the results.

Check the memory controller voltage:
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) > Advanced Voltage Settings > QPI/Vtt Voltage
It should be at 1.150v. in 'Auto'.

yeah they are on the white slots 2 and 4 from the cpu..

hmm i'm not sure if it's worth to do these tests anymore.. it's clearly something broken and i do have warranty for all these parts, they're only about 1 month old so i'll just tell them to replace my mainboard.. i always have to unplug my HDD when doing these tests.. because i don't have room for a cd-rom, i'll just take the PC there and make them do a test on a cold boot..

it's impossible that voltage bump would fix the problem right? it's not normal anyway.. everything should work on auto..

thanks

 

[Dave76]

Adjusting the voltages and settings can fix problems with RAM.

After a quick search I did find quite a few issues with that MOBO and RAM.

If you have this equipment still under warranty, it will be easier and faster to let them adjust/repair/replace, and get it running for you.

There is a chance these adjustments can get it running stable, but there is also the chance the MOBO and/or RAM will need to be returned/replaced. It will take testing, like you're doing now to determine if that is necessary.

Let us know what you decide to do.

 

[xtexistenz]

Adjusting the voltages and settings can fix problems with RAM.

After a quick search I did find quite a few issues with that MOBO and RAM.

If you have this equipment still under warranty, it will be easier and faster to let them adjust/repair/replace, and get it running for you.

There is a chance these adjustments can get it running stable, but there is also the chance the MOBO and/or RAM will need to be returned/replaced. It will take testing, like you're doing now to determine if that is necessary.

Let us know what you decide to do.

hmm do you think they will replace my mainboard with a different one? i couldn't really know that my ram is not compatible with it.. or it may be broken.. now i have no idea how i will find a mainboard that really works with my ram and i5 processor..

 

[Dave76]

You might want to consider upgrading the motherboard, depending on your budget.

The Gigabyte H55M-USB3, this has good reviews.

Second choice, Gigabyte GA-P55-USB3, good reviews also.

This info is from a quick search, if you want to consider either motherboard, search the help forums and read about any issues.

Gigabyte forum is a good place to start.

The Gigabyte P55-US3L you have now is difficult to find information about. Even the Gigabyte motherboard site doesn't list it, skips from rev 2.0 to rev 2.3.
This indicates to me the rev. 2.1 has been dis-continued possibly due to issues such as yours.

 

[xtexistenz]

ok i fixed the problem by buying new RAM (kingston), my advice to people is don't use gigabyte motherboards with corsair RAM.

thanks a lot for the help!

 

[ickymay]

thanks for posting back and glad it's fixed

 

[Dave76]

Glad to hear you got it solved.

Can't agree with your advice though, I have a Gigabyte motherboard and Corsair RAM and never had an issue with either.
In fact they are running great.

Not all RAM will work with any motherboard.
There are many things that can affect if they will run together, that is why it is best to get RAM from the MOBO recommended list.
All RAM brands have cases of bad RAM, the same RAM will work with some MOBOs but not with others.

This is what makes it hard to trouble shoot.

Enjoy your system