My ASUS a7V333 doesn't see Samsung 1GB DDR RAM PC-2700 184-Pin DIMM

[lomapur]

Hello !

As in topic : I've recently bought this RAM, tried to install it but my motherboard can't see it, BIOS technically. It's plugged in correctly, so I don't know what's going on with it.. Compatibility issues ? Any ideas ?

Thanks in advance.

 

[jaquith]

Welcome to Tom's Forum!

It depends on what the 'other' RAM is: Frequency PC2700 (DDR333), CAS Timings, Voltage and IF DS/SS mix i.e. 2x512 (SS) + 1x1GB (DS).

You can identify the other RAM easily with CPU-z - http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html and look that the 'SPD' tab for each slot.

Unfortunately, ASUS's website is down and has been most of the day so I cannot access your manual.

 

[lomapur]

hello

Unfortunately, I'm Linux MInt user so CPU-z is not an option for me.

 

[lomapur]

Sorry for not editing, but Tom's wouldn't allow me to..

http://www.directron.com/kvr512333.html

This RAM worked perfectly, without any issues..

 

[jaquith]

Problem as I assumed - "DS/SS mix i.e. 2x512 (SS) + 1x1GB (DS)" this is typically a no-no, so either 3x512MB or if possible 3x1GB. I say possible because the only info I have seen for your MOBO is the 3xDIMM slots, BUT many of those older MOBO's have a limit of 2GB or 2x1GB.

Once ASUS's site is back up I can review the manual.

 

[lomapur]

I have a manual on my hard drive, so I can upload it if you want.

 

[jaquith]

Sure, post the link. I assume your MOBO is ASUS A7V333-X - http://www.crucial.com/upgrade/compatible-memory-for/ASUS/A7V333-X/list.html

Q - Do you get 'Server is too busy' -> http://www.asus.com/ or time-out if you search for your MOBO?

Q - If you remove the 2x512MB and only have the 1x1GB installed does the PC boot?

 

[lomapur]

So..

my MOBO is ASUS A7V333 , without '-x' - http://www.crucial.com/store/listparts.aspx?model=A7V333&Cat=RAM

Q - Yes, yes I do.

Q- It's not like that.. I have 1 x 512 MB (This Kingston's one) and 2x1GB (new Samsung's), I had removed 512 MB and it didn't boot, 'RAM not detected'.

Link to manual : http://www26.zippyshare.com/v/99811416/file.html

 

[jaquith]

Okay looking for 'odd' stuff:

1. If the RAM has more than 18 chips - it's not supported.

2. Rule-out bad stick and 'SPD' issues - try the following:
(a) CPU: | 1GB(1) | 1GB(2) | blank |
(b) CPU: | 1GB(1) | blank | blank |
(c) CPU: | 1GB(2) | blank | blank |

IF (b) and (c) work but not (a) then:
(d) CPU: | 1GB(2) | 1GB(2) | blank |

3. Do both the 512MB and 1GB have 'chips' on both sides?

 

[red2001tj]

I too still run an A7V333, but the middle memory slot died a couple years ago. Perhaps you have a dead slot? I currently can run a max of 2GB:

1GB | blank | 1GB

 

[jaquith]

Also try in the BIOS:

CPU/Memory Frequency Ratio -> DDR-266 (less than PC2700 e.g. PC2200)

I'm not certain of the menu options, so you'll need to post them.

 

[jaquith]

I too still run an A7V333, but the middle memory slot died a couple years ago. Perhaps you have a dead slot? I currently can run a max of 2GB:

1GB | blank | 1GB

Possibly and sure I've seen bad DIMM slots.

If the following fails then sure it's likely you have a bad DIMM slot.
CPU: | blank | 512MB | blank |

You can 'try' cleaning the DIMM slot: Use Isopropyl alcohol, dampen the RAM stick's contacts, fully insert in the DIMM slot with the moist RAM, remove, wipe-off, re-dampen and repeat then wipe-off and allow 5 minutes to fully dry. Re-install the RAM and cross your fingers.

 

[lomapur]

unfortunately, none of above fixes work for me, still not booting but I have no 'ram not detected' beep now..

512 has on one side, 1GB on both (16).

 

[lomapur]

EDIT: still beep sound, so it's not better.

 

[lomapur]

EDIT: still beep sound, so it's not better.

 

[lomapur]

Could one of moderators delete this one and one of previous posts ? My Opera Mini froze and send that message twice :/

 

[lomapur]

Ok, looks like it's compatibility/DDR problem, because other RAMs (256x2) work in these slots.

 

[jaquith]

Then the solution seems clear, get compatible RAM or settle for 2x1GB.