I recently discovered that one of my RAM sticks has stopped functioning. I was using two Oloy 8GB 3000 MHz C16 PC4-24000 sticks, and now I'm considering my options. My motherboard is a B365M DS3H WIFI, and I mainly game with my PC. Given how RAM prices have risen recently, I'm wondering if I should just replace the failed stick with one that matches the specs or if it would be better to upgrade to two 16GB sticks. I'm also curious about recommendations for brands or models to consider or avoid based on similar experiences.
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To add to that, make sure to check the brand and model you had; it can influence your next purchase. If your RAM was Oloy, replacing it with another Oloy may keep things more reliable, but upgrading to two sticks of 16GB sounds like an awesome plan too—just remember it’s usually best to use matched pairs.
Definitely look into the warranty for your RAM. Most brands offer decent warranties, and you might be able to get a replacement without any cost. If that's not an option, replacing with a matching stick is fine, but keep in mind it might require you to run it at JEDEC stock settings for stability.
You might want to check if the faulty RAM has a warranty. Many RAM products come with a limited lifetime warranty, so sending it back for an RMA could be worthwhile. If they don’t replace it, at least you'll get some refund to help cover new RAM costs! If you decide to just replace the single stick, be mindful that mixing different RAM can lead to stability issues, even though it's a bit more manageable these days than it used to be.
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