BSOD Memory_Management (i7 4790k DC, 32GB Corsair Vengance 2400mhz)

[Mr_Rig]

Hi Everyone,

I have looked through a couple of the other threads to no avail and was wondering if someone can give me a few ways to possibly fix the issue.

Recently began receiving a BSOD for "Memory_Management" every so often in both a Windows 8.1 build (recently entirely reformatted), and prior to this when I had upgraded to Windows 10 on the same rig.

I assume this either has to do with having a possible faulty stick of RAM (though they are relatively new), but may be related to the system being unstable based on the build.

I am currently using the following (summary):

-Intel i7-4790k Devils Canyon (4.0) (not overclocked beyond box spec)
-32GB Corsair Vengance DDR-3 2400Mhz RAM (not overclocked beyond whatever it defaults to)
-Asus Z97-PRO Motherboard
-Corsair RM1000 PSU.

The system seemingly runs fine with 16GB of RAM, and even 24GB but then seems to crash out now when I am watching YouTube or doing some gaming with the full 32GB installed every so often.

I did run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool which presented no errors.

Any tips (if it is wattage, or timing, etc to fix in the bios would be awesome as I would really like to get these working at the full 2400Mhz spec stable)

I know that the CPU is rated at 1600Mhz but have also read that I should be able to use the full 2400.

Thanks for the help.

-Mike

Full PC SPECS (in case needed):
CPU: Intel Core i7-4790k Devils Canyon 4.0 GhZ
VGA: EVGA GeForce GTX TITAN X SC (12GB x 384Bit)
RAM: 32GB Corsair Vengance DDR-3 2400Mhz
MOBO: Asus Z97-PRO
Case: Corsair Carbide Air 240
PSU: Corsair RM1000 1000 Watt PSU
HD: 1X WD Velocirapter 600GB, 2X WD Caviar Black 1TB
Cooling: Corsair H-50 Water Cooling Block

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... 1) if the problem happens with the extra memory sticks installed... then go into your BIO's and increase the Voltage to them.
2) Try cleaning the RAM stick contacts with rubbing alcohol and re-inserting them a couple times to clean the electrical connections.
3) To test to see if it's 2400Mhz memory configuration/setting problem... Lowering them down to 1333/1600 as per the CPU memory controller specs. http://ark.intel.com/products/80807/Intel-Core-i7-4790K-Processor-8M-Cache-up-to-4_40-GHz
4) check to see if you have a clear air cooling path to the RAM sticks... or add/direct a fan to them.

 

[Mr_Rig]

1) What should I look to increase the voltage to?

2) I will clean them and be back momentarily.

3) I have set them to 1600Mhz as of recently and experienced a BSOD with that setting and leaving all other settings in bios automatic.

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... 1B) What does your MB report now as the Voltage setting? what voltage is written/labeled on the sticks?

3B) Did you disable XMP settings? still sounds like a Voltage/Heat problem then...

4B) if you overclock/increase FREQ of the chips (1600 VS 2400mhz) and use extra sticks you need to increase the supply voltage to them to operate... this also increases the temperature of operation... are they very hot to touch @2400Mhz? B /

 

[Mr_Rig]

Hello... 1B) What does your MB report now as the Voltage setting? what voltage is written/labeled on the sticks?

3B) Did you disable XMP settings? still sounds like a Voltage/Heat problem then...

4B) if you overclock/increase FREQ of the chips (1600 VS 2400mhz) and use extra sticks you need to increase the supply voltage to them to operate... this also increases the temperature of operation... are they very hot to touch @2400Mhz? B /

1B) Voltage is showing up in yellow at 1.671V for DRAM
Voltage written on the sticks is 1.65V

3B) XMP is on Profile 1 as otherwise the computer defaults the RAM to 1333mhz, the sticks are cold to the touch (I have a heavily aircooled case with 6 fans and watercooling on the CPU)

4B) What should I be increasing the voltages to on the sticks?
Do I need to increase the CPU voltage in turn?

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... 4C) Try increasing to 1.7volts first... I have seen Chip specs of a maximum of 1.975 volts... and Most 1.65volt OC models have been successfully tested without going over 1.85 volts... So try some small increments of between 1.671 and 1.75 volts for now with them. B /
Don't worry about the TEXT graphical color... it could become RED... it is just a visual reminder for you... But this is what is required of such RAM stick/chips and speed you want to become stable running... You can later start to decrease the voltage when you reached the stable point and find the "Sweet spot" for all 4 sticks and your MB.

No leave the CPU voltage alone... we are investigating just having 2 vs 4 stick operation problems at this time? change one thing at a time when trouble shooting this (or any) kind of problem.

 

[Mr_Rig]

Hello... 4C) Try increasing to 1.7volts first... I have seen Chip specs of a maximum of 1.975 volts... and Most 1.65volt OC models have been successfully tested without going over 1.85 volts... So try some small increments of between 1.671 and 1.75 volts for now with them. B /
Don't worry about the TEXT graphical color... it could become RED... it is just a visual reminder for you... But this is what is required of such RAM stick/chips and speed you want to become stable running... You can later start to decrease the voltage when you reached the stable point and find the "Sweet spot" for all 4 sticks and your MB.

No leave the CPU voltage alone... we are investigating just having 2 vs 4 stick operation problems at this time? change one thing at a time when trouble shooting this (or any) kind of problem.

Currently have moved the sticks to 2400mhz and DRAM Voltage to 1.7 volts. The sticks are now "lightly warm" to the touch, but not hot by any means.

I will post back after performing the usual operations (suspects) for the next couple days to see if it has fixed the issue.

 

[jdj9]

Hello... 4C) Try increasing to 1.7volts first... I have seen Chip specs of a maximum of 1.975 volts... and Most 1.65volt OC models have been successfully tested without going over 1.85 volts... So try some small increments of between 1.671 and 1.75 volts for now with them. B /
Don't worry about the TEXT graphical color... it could become RED... it is just a visual reminder for you... But this is what is required of such RAM stick/chips and speed you want to become stable running... You can later start to decrease the voltage when you reached the stable point and find the "Sweet spot" for all 4 sticks and your MB.

No leave the CPU voltage alone... we are investigating just having 2 vs 4 stick operation problems at this time? change one thing at a time when trouble shooting this (or any) kind of problem.

Currently have moved the sticks to 2400mhz and DRAM Voltage to 1.7 volts. The sticks are now "lightly warm" to the touch, but not hot by any means.

I will post back after performing the usual operations (suspects) for the next couple days to see if it has fixed the issue.

I am interested in the results of this even though its quite an old post Can you let me know if it remained stable?