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  1. 11-01-2007, 12:18 AM #1
    Richard Dower
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    Testing memory

    Been asked a million times i am sure, but for us noobs...what is the best testing methodology?

    Does the embedded Vista memory diagnostic tool perform a good enough task?...the advanced option runs for several hours, how about Windows Memtest?

    Anyone have a better idea what tools and programs should be used?
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  2. 11-01-2007, 02:24 PM #2
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    Memtest86 in dos is a classic but a nice one.

    Furthermore memtest in windows, Orthos or Prime 95 large FTT's, SuperPi 32M and OCCT are all great tools to test your memory.
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  3. 05-16-2009, 12:30 AM #3
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    memtest86+ is popular because it removes all other variables within windows such as corrupt operating systems which WILL give u windows testing errors even if your ram is fine.

    what is the XS standard for how many passes of Memtest86+?
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  4. 05-16-2009, 05:57 AM #4
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    Memtest for stability, but Everest for performance.
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  5. 05-16-2009, 06:53 AM #5
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    I would say memtest is the way to go for stability.
    And as above, Everest for performance indicator.
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