Corsair CM2X1024-6400C4 & Nforce6M-A

[Wiztom]

Hello all,

Bought a new NForce6m-A with an AMD Black Box X-2 processor. This memory is supposed to be perfect for the processor running in dual mode. I am unable to get dual mode on this motherboard. I have sent multiple e-mails to ECS and not getting anywhere. If you place the memory sticks in 1/2 slot (per ECS) the computer just beeps constantly and will not boot. Same with 3/4, 2/4 and 1/4. Its happy as a clam in 1/3 slot but shows single channel. Any help appreciated.

[Yellowbeard]

I'd suggest you see if they have a bios update posted at their site. If the MOBO will not run the RAM properly, you may want to RMA the MOBO.

[DDI]

Originally Posted by Wiztom

Hello all,

Bought a new NForce6m-A with an AMD Black Box X-2 processor. This memory is supposed to be perfect for the processor running in dual mode. I am unable to get dual mode on this motherboard. I have sent multiple e-mails to ECS and not getting anywhere. If you place the memory sticks in 1/2 slot (per ECS) the computer just beeps constantly and will not boot. Same with 3/4, 2/4 and 1/4. Its happy as a clam in 1/3 slot but shows single channel. Any help appreciated.

ECS NForce6m-a Ver. 2.0 Dual channel memory problem.

Same problem.... ECS suggested a BIOS flash did it and nothing. Returned the board to Fry's (it was new, 9 days old) for a replacement. The replacement is doing the same thing....

The board will post and run only in single channel mode: Dimms 1, 3 or 1 &3. Have used Patriot Extreme 2GB sticks (high latency and low)> someone suggested low would work. Also used OCZ reaper and Corsair... beeps
(Will work in single channel mode: Dimms 1 & 3 only).

Switched out the power supply Antec TPII-550 watt, sli, pci-e to a Dynex 500watt.... no change
Switched out the video card Eva 7300 GT to a PCI matrox mill (really old one)> no change
Unplugged everything except the floppy & video card....

Someone somewhere suggested try using an older Antec 380 watt power supply...
CPU swap first....
I have ordered a 800watt BFG...
This motherboard is getting to be expensive pain in the ask me ....

I will now switch out the 5600 + CPU for a 3800 which is running fine on an ECS 6100SM-M motherboard in dual channel mode with all the before mentioned memory.

I don't know why I wanted the additional memory slots....

Please post a solution/explaination.

Tia

[Yellowbeard]

If all of your hardware is functioning properly then you may simply need to use a different MOBO.

[DDI]

Problem Solved: The durn CPU is at fault... whatchacallit? erratszica???!!!

ECS NFORCE6M-A mobo works fine with the other cpu.... all four dimms.

You would think ECS Tech Support would know this.

WizTom hope you read this



Peace

[Yellowbeard]

Originally Posted by DDI

Problem Solved: The durn CPU is at fault... whatchacallit? erratszica???!!!

ECS NFORCE6M-A mobo works fine with the other cpu.... all four dimms.

You would think ECS Tech Support would know this.

WizTom hope you read this



Peace

Ahhhh....I had forgotten about that and have not read up on the full effect of the errata. Sounds like I need to now.

[Wiztom]

Originally Posted by DDI

Problem Solved: The durn CPU is at fault... whatchacallit? erratszica???!!!

ECS NFORCE6M-A mobo works fine with the other cpu.... all four dimms.

You would think ECS Tech Support would know this.

WizTom hope you read this



Peace

CPU ? I'm not getting the "Errata" thingy. What is that about ? Is there a list of CPU's that will support dual channel with this board or is it trial and error ??

Thanks

[Yellowbeard]

Read up some here and Google for your CPU and errata: Legit Reviews - AMD Phenom TLB Patch Benchmarked and Explained - AMD Phenom Errarta 298 - Important or Hype?

[Wiztom]

AMD Errarta 298. How does this relate to a Dual Channel Memory problem ?

[DDI]

LOL....

Lots Of Luck Wiztom

There is lots to be said about trial & error....

FYI: The new AM2 5000+ works fine with dual memory in all four slots on two different
ECS NFORCE6M-A motherboards.....
I pickup up another set at Fry's, they have a hell of a combo deal, the board is essentially free.

If I put the BAD CPU in either of them the memory problem returns....
It will only post and run in Single channel confirguration with channels 1, 3 or 1 & 3.
Anthing else beeps...

Peace

ddi

[Yellowbeard]

Originally Posted by Wiztom

AMD Errarta 298. How does this relate to a Dual Channel Memory problem ?

That was just an example of what errata is and not a specific solution to this thread since:

CPU ? I'm not getting the "Errata" thingy. What is that about ?

[Wiztom]

Just out of curiosity did you buy the 5000+ or the 5000+ black edition ?

Thanks

[DDI]

Hi again Wiztom,

Both.....

The faulty cpu was a Retail Box 5600+...... amd has already replaced it

( I should take the new one out ot the box and test it eh?)

The replacement/standby I just purchased was a Black Box 5000+ (no problems) running stock.

Also had another 5000+ Retail Box (no problems)....

I was surprised to find it was the cpu since it posted and ran happy as a clam....

Peace,

ddi