Memory not fully working on MSI P965 NEO

I've build a new computer and everything is working fine exept for the DDR2 memory.
Specs
- MSI P965 Neo, bios 7235ims v1.5
- Memory, 2x 512 Mb PQI, Dual channel DDRII, 533
- Intel core 2 duo, 6400
When starting it only reports 256Mb of RAM memory.
I've tried putting the memory in the different dimms and in all combinations. This makes no difference.
Any help to get the full 1Gb will be greatly appreciated.
M

When I put in just 1 module, doesn't matter which one, and into which socket, the computer runs, but there's no screen. So it doesn't work with just one.
I upped the voltage to 2.0V and manually put in the timing. No difference at all.
Also I ran Memtest, and it displayed 255M of memory, and an error using test nr 4. When I did the specific memory tests on test 1 it said 255M, test 2 showed 621M and than freezed with lots of errors, and test 3 freezed immeadiatly.
So can I conclude the memory is broken or can Memtest not handle this memory.

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Hi Maesus,
the version of the Core Center is 2.0.2.3. In the about box it does not say beta. I still can not see the new version using the MSI Live Update 3. If someone needs this version please let me know at email removed to prevent spam or contact Msi directly at http://support.msi.com.tw/index.php
Best Regards
Phanos
I removed your email address to prevent you from getting spammed.
Those wishing to email Phanos, click the email icon to the left below his name.
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Hellow,
Remeber me? I bought a system with a MSI motherboard a while ago.
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On the site i am buying from, it said "may or may not work with JEDEC specifications".
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my question is does MSI P965 Neo-F support JEDEC memory.
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I dont know solution ...
i see the problem in mobo or revision of P965 itself ... there is many problems with restarts, reboots, first boot. It depend on version of BIOS you have, but i not found any version which solve this for me ...
i using v1.9 now ... and i have problem with boot after hybernation with vista..
after turning my computer off (in vista is normal to hybernate and shut down) i can boot my computer .. by its very strange. So, power comes up, but then instantly comes Windows Vista with logon screen - NO posting by BIOS, no RAID initial screen, no scaning for hardware... it comes instantly to windows - but windows are in some inconsistent state and i cant login (freeze/BSOD ... but pointer can be moved by mouse and login button shows efect if i move pointer over - so windows are in memory and working) ... in this state is HDD led all time ON (shining) ... i can shut down and boot up again and everything is OK (windows are normaly restored from disk)
with older v1.5 BIOS ... my computer goes to same state like is described here - BLANK ... and BIOS setting was reseted
so and here is one similiar problem
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=100524.0
and one my thread .. its particly about this
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Quote from: stixen on 31-January-08, 22:12:39
Actually Corsair does'nt work good with my PC(no boot sometimes) so i don't want Corsair...
I'm not saying buy Corsair, I am telling you to buy WINTEC AMPO 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM 800. I have read all the horror stories about different ram and the Neo f. I installed 2gb [2x 1 gb] when i made the computer a couple years ago and just added the same thing 1 week ago and never a single problem. It still only reads as 3.25gb but that has been explained. Fast and stable memory with this board is hard to find, so trust me and buy this ram . it worked perfect for me so I don't see why it wouldn't work for you.
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2)Will it work with any of the following memory modules:
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b)OCZ PC2-6400 EL DUAL CHANNEL DDR2 1GB (2X512MB) PLATINUM EDITION XTC
link:OCZ PC2-6400 EL DUAL CHANNEL DDR2 1GB (2X512MB) PLATINUM EDITION XTC
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4-4-4-12 - 4-4-4-20
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Anyone got a bios for MS-7235 that has fixed the bugs?

Quote from: wconstantine on 22-January-07, 03:36:12
I'm running bios version 1.6.62 with the motherboard MS-7235 aka. MSI P965 Neo. E6600 @ 2,7 GHz (300x9) FSB:DRAM 1:1.
Corsair Value S. PC5300 DDR2 2048MB Kit w/two matched Value Select 1024MB running at 600 Mhz. Dual Channel.
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3V 3,31V
+5 5,33V
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vdimm at 1.9V
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That should be enough of system information?
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This is not a bug....it's normal, Intel are not like AMD that have divider in CPU....the low value for ram it's 533, that it mean at default memory go at 266 like FSB at 266. RAM:FSB = 1:1. RAM 667 are RAM:FSB = 5:4 . RAM 800 are RAM:FSB = 3:2 .
Probably you have not understand this and like functions intel system and you think is a bug! :P

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Hi, all!
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The P965 Neo motherboard is 8 years old, so don't expect miracles. .... You need to format the USB stick in the proper way. You may use this utility to do it: hxxp://www.prime-expert.com/flashboot/ Also, it's a good idea to use the first (USB0) connector (controlled by Intel ICH8) for the USB flash drive. Good luck.
Thank You for your fast response, RemusM!
I'm not looking for a miracle. I'm just looking for a mobo that does what it is supposed to do: Allow me to boot from a USB flash drive (I don't think that is too much to ask for even from a board that was made in 2006)!
Thanks for recommending FlashBoot. I see under their "Why FlashBoot" section that it "... does not shift to user the burden of choice between "USB-ZIP" and "USB-HDD" at format time and proper BIOS setup at boot time. ... and every USB disk is formatted in such way that it will work in every environment properly, regardless of current BIOS setting.", so I will give it a try and let you know about the results afterwards.

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XP SP3
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Quote from: NovJoe on 03-July-09, 21:57:34
Clear CMOS and try booting the system again.
Was the system like this from Day 1 or this only happens after something has been done?
Thks NovJoe ....
The system had run without any problem for more than 2 years.
I presume I have a connection problem on the MOBO or other hardware. If I place the PC case in the cabinet under my desk, the problem occurs. If I have the PC on the floor there is not any problem. It also happens only when the PC is cold.
I asked my hardware supplier, he suggested to test the hardware with a special self booting hardware test CD. It will cost 40 euro. I searched for such a CD on internet but didn't find one special for MSI boards. Do you know where I can get such a CD ?
regards,
Herman

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When I look at the spec from my new xfx geforce 9600gt xxx card I see PCIe x16 2.0
Will this card work on my motherboard ? because when I look at the spec of my board I can see that there is 1 PCIe x16 slot and no 2.0
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check Amperage on +12V rails (you sum up 2 rails)
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http://www.coolermaster.com/products/product.php?language=en&act=detail&tbcate=22&id=3765
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