jay19uk Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 I have a pair of value select 512MB ddr2 533 modules but the do not work. I have installed them in my computer but it does not boot up, it jus stays on a black screen. I have tried these modules in all four memory slots but still does not work. I am using a Gigabyte GA-M51GM-S2G motherboard and an AMD athlon 64 X2 3800+ processor. Thank You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 Did the system work prior to installing the Corsair memory? Also, have you tried resetting the CMOS jumper. In some cases, when adding new memory, the bios needs to be reset. Also, if the system worked prior to installing the new memory, can you list your complete system specifications as well as any settings relating to voltage, memory, and CPU. Thanks, Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 Yes the system worked perfectly with my previuos memory 2*256MB kingston ddr2 533. I have not tried resetting my CMOS jumper, is this the same as taking the battery out for a few seconds i may give that a go to see if it works. my systems specs are: Gigabyte GA-M51GM-S2G AM2 motherboard AMD athlon 64 X2 3800+ (AM2) 2*512mb corsair value select ddr2 533 (the memory in question) 256MB msi 7300LE graphics card 160GB SATA hard drive on board sound I was unable to find any specific setting regarding voltage in my bios but all of these are standard i havn't changed any and it worked fine with my kingston ram. Thank You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Gigabyte hides their more advanced bios options such as memory voltage. I think they call it memory overvoltage and list it in increments like +.1v, +.2v, +.3v, etc. You have to hit a combination of keys to reveal this option (I think it is CTRL+F1). Resetting the bios should be detailed in your manual and it involves moving a jumper. I'd suggest doing this procedure and then see if your system will boot with the Corsair. If it fails to boot after clearing CMOS, try booting again with the older memory. Then, reveal the hidden bios options, set the overvoltage to +.2v, save the bios settings, and the turn the computer off. Reinstall a single stick of the Corsair and see what happens. If it works OK, install the other stick and you should be good to go. Good luck, Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 I jus tried exactly what you said but still no luck, computer just fails to boot up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 WOW :confused: I am not aware of any compatibility issues with our memory and any Gigabyte MOBOs. Do you have the latest bios? I will get back to you on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 yes latest bios version F7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 2, 2006 Author Share Posted November 2, 2006 Can i get the memory replaced Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsair Employee RAM GUY Posted November 2, 2006 Corsair Employee Share Posted November 2, 2006 With Giga-Byte there are 2 pins on the MB that you have to short out to clear the bios with the battery and power removed to reset the Bios. And I would test the modules one at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 2, 2006 Author Share Posted November 2, 2006 ok so i remove the battery and then short the 2 pins?? i have allready shorted the 2 pins with the battery still in place i will try what you just said thanx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsair Employee RAM GUY Posted November 2, 2006 Corsair Employee Share Posted November 2, 2006 NP Please let us know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 3, 2006 Author Share Posted November 3, 2006 I borrowed a jumper from a mate and tryed what you said but still no difference jus dosn't boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsair Employee RAM GUY Posted November 3, 2006 Corsair Employee Share Posted November 3, 2006 There are no pins on it you have to use a screw driver to short them out please check your manual or with Gigabyte Tech support to be sure! And can you test the modules in another system? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 4, 2006 Author Share Posted November 4, 2006 no there are pins on mine, it says in the manual there is no jumper provided to stop in-proper use. I dont really know anyone else you see with a ddr2 computer thats the problem otherwise that would be the first thing i would have done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsair Employee RAM GUY Posted November 6, 2006 Corsair Employee Share Posted November 6, 2006 OK Did you get the system to post with just one module? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 6, 2006 Author Share Posted November 6, 2006 no i tried both separetly but neither worked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsair Employee RAM GUY Posted November 6, 2006 Corsair Employee Share Posted November 6, 2006 I really doubt the modules are the problem, as all of the modules are tested on a MB at the rated speed before they leave our factory. I would suggest testing the CPU and memory in another system! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 7, 2006 Author Share Posted November 7, 2006 Oh rite, but the thing is the computer works fine with my other ram its just wen I install this corsair ram it just dosn't boot up, thats why i think it could be the memory which is faulty. Again i will have the same problem of not being able to test those components because i only have the one system. Thank You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 7, 2006 Author Share Posted November 7, 2006 Actually you may be right, on the gigabyte website it says my motherboard supports ram that is 1.8V, and this corsair module is not on the support list. Do you think there is anyway around this. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 In other cases where users have this issue, the best thing to do is find a simple OEM type DDR2 memory DIMM. You can boot the system with the single OEM DIMM, enter the bios, set the memory voltage, save settings, power down, remove OEM DIMM, install Corsair, and then you should be fine. However, not everyone has a spare DDR2 DIMM handy. Is there a competent computer shop near you that could lend a hand? Or, perhaps your retailer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 7, 2006 Author Share Posted November 7, 2006 You see thats wher i made a mistake in my previous post, my motherboard's bios does not have an option to change the memory voltage, its jus not there even after i press CTRL+F1, but on the corsair website it says my motherboard is supported and the voltage should be 1.8 for this memory. im very confused lol.Thank You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 Gigabyte hides their advanced bios options. You have to hit a combination of keys to reveal them. ALT=F2 or something similiar. Check with GB or Google. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 8, 2006 Author Share Posted November 8, 2006 I have checked its CTRL+F1, and i have gone through all the option but there is nothing about about memory voltage, i am going to try the memory in my brothers computer on thursday and will let you know of the results. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 Good idea on testing in the other computer. I just took a look at Gigabyte and their specifications: Supports 1.8V DDR2 DIMMs You could interpret this as meaning the DIMM voltage cannot be adjusted. However, our VS should work just fine with 1.8v as that is JEDEC spec. I tried to look at their online manuals but all of their servers were down. Did you see an entry called DIMM OVERVOLTAGE? That is what Gigabyte calls their Vdimm or DDRv. If you see it, select the + .2v. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay19uk Posted November 8, 2006 Author Share Posted November 8, 2006 There is something called DDRv it is set to 18, but it is not ajustable you cannot even get to it. even after press ctrl f1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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