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Mytour has previously discussed checking various components on a computer, such as CPU temperature and checking the bad sectors of the hard drive. In this article, let's focus on RAM, an important part of a computer that is often mentioned but rarely paid attention to. Testing RAM is crucial for anyone using a computer. Although RAM is the least prone to damage and less affected by other devices, it doesn't mean RAM is free from issues. Therefore, regularly checking RAM on Windows 10 should be a priority, and it's a task to be performed monthly.
To ensure the safety of your computer devices and RAM, it's advisable to regularly check them using specialized software. Among the many programs that Mytour introduces today, two will help you check RAM on Windows 10 most effectively.
Windows 10 RAM Check: Monitoring and Diagnosing Your Computer's Memory
Check RAM on Windows 10 with Windows Memory Diagnostic.
Windows Memory Diagnostic is an integrated tool in Windows 10 that helps you assess the condition of your RAM. With this tool, you can determine whether your RAM is functioning well based on the workload, and accordingly, decide whether to repair or replace the corresponding RAM.
Step 1: First, open the Run dialog by pressing the Windows + R key combination, then type 'mdsched.exe' as the abbreviation for the
Step 2: Immediately, Windows Memory Diagnostic presents two options: Restart now and check for problems - Restart your computer now and perform a RAM check, or Check for problems the next time I start my computer - Check RAM the next time you start your computer.
Step 3: After restarting your computer, you must enter the Windows Memory Diagnostic mode and check your RAM.
Step 4: Alternatively, you can press F1 to customize modes such as Basic, Standard, and Extended to adjust the scanning mode for RAM. Press tab to change the position and then press F10 to select.
The testing process varies in speed based on the chosen mode. After the scan is complete, Windows Memory Diagnostic will automatically bring you back to Windows.
If you see the message 'No memory errors were detected,' it means your RAM is not faulty. You can rest assured that your RAM is always operating at its best. On the contrary, if an error message appears, you need to consider repair or replacement for optimal system performance. Regardless, our process of checking RAM on Windows 10 is now complete.
Check RAM on Windows 10 with Memtest86+
Step 1: To check RAM on Windows 10 using this method, you'll need the Memtest86+ software, which you can download here: Download Memtest86.
In addition, Mytour has previously provided a detailed guide on this topic. If you wish to follow this method, you can refer to the article on testing computer memory with Memtest86+ to help you install Memtest86+ on a USB.
Step 2: Afterward, simply insert the USB into the computer and restart to enter Memtest86 mode for checking RAM on Windows 10.
Step 3: Next, click on Config to proceed with checking RAM on Windows 10 using Memtest86+.
Step 4: Press Start Test to initiate the check.
Step 5: The RAM checking process takes some time, so please leave your computer running during the test.
Step 6: After checking the computer memory with Memtest86+, there will be a notification on the screen. If there are no errors, the software will display 0 or N/A.
So, we have completed the process of checking RAM on Windows 10 with Memtest86+.
With the two methods Mytour just guided you through, you can choose to check RAM on Windows 10 regularly.
In case of severe RAM errors, it's advisable to upgrade your RAM at electronic stores instead of setting up virtual RAM as Mytour previously instructed. Setting up virtual RAM may not be as effective, especially for USB devices. Therefore, consider upgrading your RAM moderately for optimal computer usage.
