A technician is troubleshooting a desktop workstation that is experiencing intermittent system crashes and memory-related errors. The technician suspects an issue with the installed memory. Which TWO of the following diagnostic steps or checks should the technician perform to troubleshoot physical RAM issues?
- Run a bootable memory diagnostic tool to test each RAM module individually for read/write errors.Answer
- Verify that memory modules are installed into the correct alternating slot channels as specified by the motherboard documentation.Answer
- CReplace the installed memory modules with laptop SO-DIMM modules to fit standard ATX motherboard slots.
- DReinstall the graphics display drivers to repair corrupted hardware memory blocks.
Answer
Running a bootable memory diagnostic tool to test modules individually and verifying that memory modules are correctly populated in designated motherboard channels are the two appropriate diagnostic steps.
Executing a bootable memory diagnostic isolates physical hardware faults without operating system interference, and verifying slot population according to motherboard specifications ensures proper multi-channel operation and physical stability.
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RAM Diagnostics and Dual-Channel Slot Configuration