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 josh
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a powerful tool used to test your computer’s RAM for errors. It’s a go-to utility for diagnosing memory issues that can cause crashes, freezes, or strange behavior.

🧪 What MemTest86 Does

  • Runs a series of stress tests on your RAM using advanced algorithms.
  • Detects bad memory cells, faulty modules, or unstable overclocking.
  • Helps rule out RAM as the culprit when troubleshooting system instability.

🚀 How It Works

  • You download MemTest86 and create a bootable USB drive.
  • Boot your PC from the USB—no operating system needed.
  • The test starts automatically and can take 1–2 hours or more, depending on how much RAM you have.
  • Results are displayed at the end, showing any detected errors.

🛠️ Versions to Know

Version Description
MemTest86 Original version, now maintained by PassMark
MemTest86+ Open-source alternative with similar features

⚠️ Why It’s Useful

  • RAM issues are notoriously hard to diagnose—MemTest86 gives you a clear answer.
  • Essential for PC builders, overclockers, and anyone experiencing random crashes or blue screens.

 


   
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