Hey all - I updated a Dell 4600 from 256 megs to 1 gig via 2 512mb DRAM - specifically KByte 512MB PC3200 DDR DT (3200/2700 PC400/333) 184 PIN DIMM - and I'm getting thermal shutdowns after doing the upgrade.
So, did I:
1. Choose the wrong memory chips?
2. Screw up when I put the chips in?
3. Unrelated/other?
Thanks in advance!
2007-08-31 04:32:44 · 7 answers · asked by dmwr 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Ok to answer some questions:
- I used to of the same DIMM - so two 512mb chips.
- The computer boots fine, then dies after a bit.
- There are two types of memory listed for the machine - there are chips labeled at 3200 and those labeled as 2700. I was told by a memory company that these are designed to work with different speed computers, but that I should go for the 3200 as the computer would automatically use the lower speed. I have no idea if this is a piece of baloney.
2007-08-31 07:08:17 · update #1
First things first, check to make sure all Fans are plugged in they come undone very easy. Second once you know they are good take out the new memory put the old back in and see if you get the same problem.
If you do then its not the memory but an issue maybe with the fan in the PSU dying. If you don't get the same problem then you know its the memory.
Did you verify that the memory you had installed is PC3200 that is the key to upgrading your memory. Put in the wrong speed can damage the Mobo.
let me know if you need more assistance.
2007-09-04 09:56:41 · answer #1 · answered by pvtallenj28 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure if you are saying you have two of the same dimms or if you have different types. You have to use the exact same type and it has to be the type that your mother board supports. If your 256 dimm came with the computer originally and it worked then, the first thing to do is make sure that your ram is the same type as that was (PC3200?). You can mix and match sizes of course so if you have a third slot you can even put your 256 back in with 2 512's of the same type - as long as they are all the same type and your mother board will support that much ram which it should.
As far as screwing up when you put it in, there is only one way to install ram. It either fits or it doesn't. It should be obvious if it is in all the way because the two clamps (one on top and one on bottom) will close down securely. It is possible to force ram on the wrong way, but this will be obvious that you did it as you do it.
If your computer is booting and working for awhile and then shutting down, you have another problem. If it is not booting all the way, then check the ram. If it is the same type as it should be then remove it, and put the 256 back in and see if it boots up with just that. Then check to see if your motherboard is so old that it won't support 1 gb. If it does, support that much or more, you may have bought defective ram (or damanged the dimm somehow during your installation attempt). If it doesn't support that much, try installing a 512 and 256 or just a 512 and see if that boots.
2007-08-31 11:46:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the 4allmemory.com site below to see if you got the right chips.
If they're OK, open the case again, and use a paint brush to gently remove all the dust, hairballs, etc. Wear a grounding strap, or keep a finger on the frame of the case somewhere to keep yourself grounded when you work around the chips.
There are computer temperature monitoring programs available that tell you the internal temp. of your PC. Download one and install it - they're usually available for free - and watch what happens in your PC. If you're still getting overheating issues, go to your local PC hardware store, and see if you can install a higher capacity fan.
2007-08-31 11:41:28 · answer #3 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pop the unit open and power it up. See if the processor fan is spinning as well as any additional fans the system has installed. You may have accidentally "unplugged" a fan in the process as they are not locked into place.
2007-08-31 11:38:53 · answer #4 · answered by Jeremie I 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
May be u have choosen wrong memory chips which is not perfect that match ur processor speed
2007-08-31 11:53:50 · answer #5 · answered by suman2007 k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all I can think of is that the memory puts out some heat and changes the air flow withing your computer, it just might be that you need a bigger fan to draw out the extra heat.
2007-08-31 11:39:43 · answer #6 · answered by zspace101 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure that the fans in your computer are turning properly.. from the looks of it, dusting it out a bit may help.
2007-08-31 11:40:45 · answer #7 · answered by shicyj 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋