Why does my computer only read one stick RAM?

You may have a possible slot problem, try re-seating the RAM stick that is not being detected, if you know which one it is, sometimes the connections in the slot can be intermittent.

How do I get my computer to read all RAM?

7. Use msconfig

1. Press Windows key + R and enter msconfig. Press Enter .
2. System Configuration window will now appear. Navigate to the Boot tab and click on Advanced options.
3. Check the Maximum memory option and enter the amount you have in MB.
4. Save changes and restart the computer.

Why wont my RAM slots work?

Why is my RAM slot not working? Your RAM slot may not be working because of an incompatible RAM, a broken slot, bent pins in the slot, a faulty motherboard or a bad RAM card. If your RAM is not working after putting it in the RAM slot, do a test to rule out the cause.

How do I enable dual channel RAM in BIOS?

You don’t enable dual ram in BIOS. You install and put your RAM sticks to the slots in the order of 1–3 or 2–4. That way they would work in dual mode as your motherboard supports.

Why does my 8GB RAM show as 4GB?

See if the bios reads that 4gb of memory. The likely cause memory not seated right in one of the slots. A memory stick has gone bad, and the bios cannot read it. Or one of your memory slots it`s self has broken or is damaged and it cannot read the memory stick inserted into it.

How do you fix a dead RAM stick?

How to: Repair Dead RAM Sticks

1. Step 1: Preheat Your Oven. Preheat your oven to 150 degrees fahrenheit.
2. Step 2: Preparing the RAM for Baking. Wrap the ram tightly in tin foil.
3. Step 3: Bake the RAM.
4. Step 4: Let the RAM cool.
5. Step 5: Unwrap the RAM.
6. Step 6: Insert the RAM back into the machine.

How do I know if my RAM slot isn’t working?

The only way to check your motherboard’s memory slots is to place a working RAM stick into each one and see if your machine boots properly. Remove all RAM sticks and place one you know is functional into the first slot on your motherboard.

Why won’t my computer recognize my new Ram?

Rick’s answer: Hi Mandy. There are three possible reasons why your new RAM isn’t being recognized by your computer: 1 – The RAM sticks you purchased weren’t made to work with your computer’s motherboard.

How to test if my Ram is working?

A quick though on how to test a few things in your particular case: Try pulling out your stick of ram, and compare it to the 2nd stick and make sure the pins and gap (called a Key) match up. If they do, try to just put in this new one. See if it works by itself.

How to troubleshoot additional RAM not detected in BIOS?

Re: Additional RAM not detected in BIOS Run the Dell diagnostics on the memory (F12 at powerup). Try one module at a time — if the new module works in the first slot, but neither module works in the second, be sure the contacts are clean. If they are, and both modules check out – the second slot is bad.

How do I know if my motherboard has a RAM limit?

Your Motherboard Has a RAM Limit. If your BIOS displays all your RAM but Windows can’t see it, it’s an issue with Windows. If your BIOS doesn’t display all of your RAM, you’re dealing with a lower-level issue. Consult your motherboard’s (or computer’s) specifications to determine the maximum amount of RAM it supports.