POST Message...Any Help Plz!!!

[maddmaxx]

I'm trying to trouble shoot a friends computer for her. She keeps getting a "Memory Test Failed" message at startup....push F1 to continue and everything seems to be working ok. Any input on what would cause this or how to remedy it would be much appreciated!!! TIA for the reply's!

peace

 

[maddmaxx]

anyone???

 

[ScrapSilicon]

<< I'm trying to trouble shoot a friends computer for her. She keeps getting a "Memory Test Failed" message at startup....push F1 to continue and everything seems to be working ok. Any input on what would cause this or how to remedy it would be much appreciated!!! TIA for the reply's!

peace >>

try Here as I think that this might be applicable

<< * External/Internal Cache Memory: The external memory (or L2 cache memory) setting refers to the high-speed RAM that speeds data transfer between the processor and main memory. All current systems ship with L2 cache memory, and this setting should always be enabled. If you notice that your machine is lethargic, check to make sure that the L2 cache memory setting hasn't automatically switched itself off, as may happen during failed memory checks at start-up. The internal cache memory, or L1 cache, is located on the processor itself and should be turned on if your machine has a 486 or faster processor. These settings are listed separately on some BIOSes. >>

not real sure on this as you should give a listing of the machine's makeup (components/OS/software etc.)