How do I add new RAM to my laptop without issues

Hardware
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Blaine said:
Remember, the first boot with new RAM can take a bit longer. Did you make sure the RAM stick clicked into place?

My laptop usually boots in about 10 seconds, and yes, I heard the click when installing the RAM.

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@Taylor
DDR5 RAM can take longer to initialize during the first boot because of memory training.

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Ali said:
@Taylor
DDR5 RAM can take longer to initialize during the first boot because of memory training.

Thanks! I waited longer this time, and it seems to have worked perfectly!

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Taylor said:

Ali said:
@Taylor
DDR5 RAM can take longer to initialize during the first boot because of memory training.

Thanks! I waited longer this time, and it seems to have worked perfectly!

Great to hear it worked out!

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Taylor said:

Ali said:
@Taylor
DDR5 RAM can take longer to initialize during the first boot because of memory training.

Thanks! I waited longer this time, and it seems to have worked perfectly!

I had a similar issue with my laptop. Waiting a bit longer than usual did the trick.

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@Taylor
Yes, the initial boot can take longer, especially when you’ve just added new RAM.

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You should try using two identical RAM sticks. Differences in specifications can cause compatibility issues.

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Check the specifications of your RAM carefully. Make sure they match in speed and rank for best compatibility.

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It’s ‘Fury’, not ‘furry’. Just a small correction.

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Zaid said:
It’s ‘Fury’, not ‘furry’. Just a small correction.

Seems like a fuzzy mistake!

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The issue might not be the brand, but rather the specifications of the RAM. Could you provide more details?

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Peyton said:
The issue might not be the brand, but rather the specifications of the RAM. Could you provide more details?

Sure, could you clarify what specific details you need?

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Are the speed and size of the new RAM compatible with your laptop’s motherboard?

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Echo said:
Are the speed and size of the new RAM compatible with your laptop’s motherboard?

Yes, the specs match those recommended by the manufacturer (DDR5, 5600MHz). I’ve tried both 8GB and 16GB sticks.

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Is the voltage of the new RAM the same as the old one?

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Try using low power RAM. Some laptops are picky and won’t boot with regular RAM sticks.

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Make sure the RAM sticks are identical and check the maximum capacity your laptop can handle.

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If you bent the RAM sticks, they might be more damaged than you think. Consider returning them.

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Have you confirmed the compatibility of the RAM with your laptop? Also, check the maximum RAM capacity your laptop supports.

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Glad to hear it’s resolved! Would you mind updating your post to thank everyone who helped?