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Re: memory check // formerly Re: [PCBUILD] System Crashes (Dr. Watson)
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Dave Gillett <[log in to unmask]>
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PCBUILD - Personal Computer Hardware discussion List <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Thu, 5 Aug 1999 18:56:27 -0700
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On 5 Aug 99, at 18:34, Max Timchenko wrote:

> DK> ...especially since your system does a memory check every time
> DK> you turn it on.
>
> The memory check on startup is hardly the best way to test the memory.

  A lot of people seem to like to configure their CMOS settings to skimp on
this test in order to boot quickly.  Or, like me, they're often impatient and
press <Esc> to abort the test early.

  I agree with Max -- you should not really rely on this test.


David G

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