Programs Quit Since Memory Upgrade
I recently upgraded my iMac G5 1.8GHz memory. I formerly had 1GB and 256MB modules; I removed the 256 and added a second 1GB module (this is the max allowed for this computer). Performance seems improved, but it does seem that some of my programs (iTunes, Real Player, Firefox, Lightroom) periodically quit without warning. Is there any reason my memory upgrade could be the cause of this?
Thanks.
Chris
CCCarter wrote:
I've heard two things about my memory question. One technical guy has told me you know immediately when you install bad memory, suggesting things would not work as well as they currently do if it was the module. But someone else has said that Lightroom is "adept" at detecting bad memory - I believe indicating that if there's a problem with the module, Lightroom's reaction to it would be an indication it was bad. I'm really not sure which person to believe on this. Any thoughts?
It would be nice if this were true but unfortunately it's not always that easy. Faulty RAM can sometimes cause intermittent problems that are difficult to diagnose. Dennis has a good suggestion in reseating the RAM. Another thing you can try is the AHT again but this time run the Extended test in a Loop overnight as it may not fail the first time you run it. It may take a few runs before an error is detected. Or just flat out remove the newly added RAM and test it with the original dimms.
George
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