On Aug 26, 2010, at 3:46 PM, Eric Volker wrote: > Does anyone know of a freeware RAM tester? I just added 2x256 DDR400 sticks > of RAM to my G5 from my scrap heap, and want to make sure the sticks are > actually good. The G5 boots, but that's not a guarantee of stability. The > machine is a dual G5 Powermac, if that makes a difference. I do not have a > copy of the Apple Hardware Test.. >
Find and download the free utility Applejack in the version that supports your OS. Make sure when you install Applejack that you click on the option box to install Memtest. Once installed, reboot, holding down the Command and S keys to enter single user mode. Then read carefully and enter the command to enter Memtest. IIRC, you have to type X and then hit Enter. Memtest is probably the best RAM tester out there. You might want to start the test late in the evening and let it run all night to do a thorough job. -- Jim Scott -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
