Memory · critical

How to fixMEMORY_MANAGEMENT

Memory Management - BSOD

What this error means

Memory Management - BSOD is a critical-severity system memory (RAM) issue. Windows has detected a critical RAM problem. Most often a faulty memory module. Typical causes include defective RAM, bad DIMM slots and bad XMP profiles. Work through the steps below in order.

Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.

Work through these checks

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01Run Windows Memory Diagnostic

Run Windows Memory Diagnostic.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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02Test MemTest86 overnight

Test MemTest86 overnight.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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03Try each module separately

Try each module separately.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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04Reset the XMP profile

Reset the XMP profile.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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Possible causes

  • Defective RAM
  • Bad DIMM slots
  • Bad XMP profiles

Useful Windows tools

These commands open Windows tools. Review any action inside the tool before applying changes.

mdsched.exe