Question RAM compatibility ?

[mechamisfit]

Greetings!

I am a newbie PC builder here.

My main concern is the two new Skihotar 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM modules I purchased are incompatible with my PC - which I find hard to believe.

For reference, here are the basic specs of my PC:

• CPU: Intel i5 8400
• GPU: Palit GTX 1060
• Mobo: Gigabyte Z370M DS3H
• PSU: Trendsonic 600 Watts
• RAM: Hyundai 16 GB DDR4 2400 MHz (currently installed)

Naturally, I've done my research. However, I've got mixed answers. I am not sure anymore.

So, I've decided to ask this community, hoping that an experienced individual with PC building can share their knowledge and help.

When I install the two new Skihotar 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM modules and power on my PC, it just goes into a restarting loop.

I read an article on the Internet that I have to enable the XMP function within the BIOS to match the frequency of my new RAMs. However, I can't find this option anywhere within the BIOS. I've spent almost half an hour looking for it, making me think that perhaps this function is not supported.

I've read that the CPU, Mobo, and RAM should have XMP support for this to work. I've checked the specs of my Mobo, and I am sure it does support XMP. The remaining uncertainties now lie with the CPU and RAM.

The new RAMs I've purchased are from a Chinese brand, and when I check their website for support, it's futile since the writings are all in Chinese characters. So I checked with the distributor, where I purchased the new RAMs. The distributor said the new RAMs shouldn't have any problems since it's one of the latest manufactured and supports frequencies from 2400-3200 MHz.

Now it's time to check the CPU. According to Intel's website, under the Memory Specifications row and Memory Types sub-row, the indicated information is "DDR4-2666". If I understood correctly, does this mean the "2666" is the maximum frequency this processor can support?

I guess I have arrived at the correct answer already. However, it appears that what I need is affirmation and validation from you guys that I made a mistake with my supposedly RAM upgrade.

 

[DRagor]

When I install the two new Skihotar 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM modules and power on my PC, it just goes into a restarting loop.

Only them installed, or them and Hyundai?

 

[mechamisfit]

Only them installed, or them and Hyundai?

Just the Skihotar RAMs. I've also tried alternate-installing each of the Skihotar RAM modules and my computer still won't boot.

 

[DRagor]

Just the Skihotar RAMs. I've also tried alternate-installing each of the Skihotar RAM modules and my computer won't still boot.

Ok then, did you reset CMOS after installing new RAM? Also, the board may need to boot cycle few times to get grip of new RAM - did you let it do that for a few minutes before shutting it down?

 

[mechamisfit]

Ok then, did you reset CMOS after installing new RAM? Also, the board may need to boot cycle a few times to get a grip on new RAM - did you let it do that for a few minutes before shutting it down?

When you say reset CMOS does that mean removing and then installing back the CMOS battery? Also, I have left the computer alone for a good 15 minutes after installing the new RAMs however my PC still won't boot with all that allotted time.

 

[DRagor]

When you say reset CMOS does that mean removing and then installing back the CMOS battery?

Not the best method to do it IMO but sometimes it works. Preferred method is described in motherboard manual.

 

[--SID--]

Motherboard BIOS fully up to date?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

I think if it was set of mainstream modules it would run fine.

 

[Bob.B]

Just the Skihotar RAMs. I've also tried alternate-installing each of the Skihotar RAM modules and my computer still won't boot.

Not sure what you did there so use just one stick of the new ram.

Test it in each slot of the mobo.

Repeat the test with the other stick of new ram.

 

[mechamisfit]

Greetings!

I am a newbie PC builder here.

My main concern is the two new Skihotar 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM modules I purchased are incompatible with my PC - which I find hard to believe.

For reference, here are the basic specs of my PC:

• CPU: Intel i5 8400
• GPU: Palit GTX 1060
• Mobo: Gigabyte Z370M DS3H
• PSU: Trendsonic 600 Watts
• RAM: Hyundai 16 GB DDR4 2400 MHz (currently installed)

Naturally, I've done my research. However, I've got mixed answers. I am not sure anymore.

So, I've decided to ask this community, hoping that an experienced individual with PC building can share their knowledge and help.

When I install the two new Skihotar 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM modules and power on my PC, it just goes into a restarting loop.

I read an article on the Internet that I have to enable the XMP function within the BIOS to match the frequency of my new RAMs. However, I can't find this option anywhere within the BIOS. I've spent almost half an hour looking for it, making me think that perhaps this function is not supported.

I've read that the CPU, Mobo, and RAM should have XMP support for this to work. I've checked the specs of my Mobo, and I am sure it does support XMP. The remaining uncertainties now lie with the CPU and RAM.

The new RAMs I've purchased are from a Chinese brand, and when I check their website for support, it's futile since the writings are all in Chinese characters. So I checked with the distributor, where I purchased the new RAMs. The distributor said the new RAMs shouldn't have any problems since it's one of the latest manufactured and supports frequencies from 2400-3200 MHz.

Now it's time to check the CPU. According to Intel's website, under the Memory Specifications row and Memory Types sub-row, the indicated information is "DDR4-2666". If I understood correctly, does this mean the "2666" is the maximum frequency this processor can support?

I guess I have arrived at the correct answer already. However, it appears that what I need is affirmation and validation from you guys that I made a mistake with my supposedly RAM upgrade.

I was finally able to manage to resolve the problem!

To all the people who bothered to share their input - thank you!

After a myriad of trial, error, and basic troubleshooting, what finally resolved the problem is by simply updating the BIOS version of my Mobo. I found a tutorial online showing how to create a bootable device and have my PC boot on it so I can utilize Q-Flash and update the BIOS from there.

This case is closed.

I'd like to wish you all a great day!