You can test the memory with a program called Memtest86. This is freeware that boots from a floppy diskette (or CD) and works directly with the hardware. The test will find very fault memory within 60 seconds. It will also show you the true memory speed.
The 4-pin connector is used to supplement power to the CPU (primarily). It is not always needed depending on the power requirements of the CPU but may cause instability under heavy loads if it not connected. --- In [email protected], "Rick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Actually, when I checked each memory chip individually, I left one in > its own slot and repeated the same test in the other slot, effectively > testing both slots. > > What I would like to know is why it still worked with this 12 volt > connector disconnected. According to the motherboard handbook it > shouldn't even boot up! > > Rick > > Christopher Range wrote: > > > Just because the the memory is fast, doesn't mean, one of memory slots > > is not defective. That is the reason for trying both sticks in both > slots. > ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Get Bzzzy! (real tools to help you find a job). Welcome to the Sweet Life. http://us.click.yahoo.com/KIlPFB/vlQLAA/TtwFAA/67folB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> If you have any questions or problems with any aspect of this site, please feel free to contact me directly [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please do not post personal issues directly to the group. To unsubscribe from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thank you for using A-1 Computer Tech Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/A-1-Computer_Tech/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
