How to Test PC Ram with MemTest

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Download Memtest86+.

   Memtest86+ is an open source program so it is legal to get.
   
   The official download site is http://memtest.org here.
   
   However, make sure not to confuse it with the original MemTest, which has now become outdated.
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   Step 2: Double-click on the zipped file.

   Inside you will find a folder entitled mt420.iso.
   
   Drag this file to your desktop., Remember to insert a blank CD into your computer in order to download the program. , Then choose Windows Disk Burner.
   
   The Windows Disk Image Burner will now open.
   
   Select Burn. , MemTest86+ will automatically run once the computer is restarted if the CD option is first in the boot priority.
   
   You can set this by pressing F8 on most computers, You should let MemTest86+ run for 7 to 8 passes in order to ensure accuracy.
   
   After it has done so in slot #1, switch to slot #2 and repeat.
   
   Do this until you have gone through every RAM slot. , Errors will be highlighted in red.
   
   If there are no problems, then your computer's RAM may very well be fine.
   
   If the test does identify errors in your RAM, then you may need to take your PC in for repairs.
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   Step 3: Right-click on the file and select Open.

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   Step 4: Choose Select a Program From a List of Installed Programs.

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   Step 5: Restart your computer.

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   Step 6: Let the program run.

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   Step 7: Identify errors.

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