Hey folks! I had a bit of a mishap while trying to replace my CPU cooler and ended up bending some pins on my CPU, one of which broke. Now, I've noticed that my memory isn't functioning properly, and I'm stuck with only 8GB instead of the 16GB I had before. I'm wondering if I should go ahead and buy two new 32GB RAM sticks to restore my memory to 16GB, or should I just consider getting a new CPU? My current CPU still seems to be working fine, and I'd prefer to save money where I can. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
2 Answers
Honestly, I wouldn't stress too much about getting a new CPU right away. If your CPU is still functioning, then maximizing your RAM with a single 16GB stick could be a smart temporary fix. You could even sell your old pair and use that cash to fund the new stick. Plus, a lot of modern applications are pretty memory-intensive, so 8GB might not cut it for heavy tasks. If you're feeling stuck, insert your RAM sticks in different slots and see if anything changes. Pin issues can definitely complicate things, but let's hope for the best!
You might want to consider just buying one 16GB RAM stick instead of a whole new pair. Since your CPU will run fine with a single channel setup, you can save some cash that way. If your motherboard has multiple slots, you can use the working RAM in one channel, but if you're feeling adventurous, try mixing and matching your existing sticks in the slots to see if you can get 16GB working. Just keep an eye on the broken pin, as it's crucial for full functionality.
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