How To Clean Ram Slot Desktop?

How do I know if my RAM slot is damaged?

Is There a Way to Test the Motherboard’s Memory Slots? Most computer motherboards have between two and four slots for RAM, and if one of these slots fails, your computer won’t see the RAM stick installed in it. Testing your motherboard’s RAM slots requires a working RAM stick and some patience as you check each slot through trial and error.

Check your installed RAM for possible errors. Before opening your tower and handling the memory sticks, use Windows’ built-in memory diagnostic tool to check your RAM. In the Start menu, type “mdsched.exe” with no quotes and press Enter. Select whether you want to restart and check the memory now, or check next time you boot. Check the results when it runs, and if this test returns no errors, you’ve ruled out your RAM as the cause of your problem. Open your computer and check the slots through trial and error. The only way to check your motherboard’s memory slots is to place a working RAM stick into each one and see if your machine boots properly. Remove all RAM sticks and place one you know is functional into the first slot on your motherboard. Boot your computer. If it starts without problems, you know that stick and that slot are good. Power down and move the stick to the next slot. Repeat this process until you find the slot that causes a boot failure. You may want to try your other RAM sticks in the same process, starting with the first slot again. Boot with each remaining RAM in the suspected bad slot to verify that the slot has indeed failed. This also verifies that the remaining RAM is good and not adding to your computer’s memory problems.

: Is There a Way to Test the Motherboard’s Memory Slots?
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Can a RAM slot Be Fixed?

As for repairing it, technically yes, it could be repaired, but you would need to find a new RAM slot and know how to solder the connections onto the board. Chances are you would be cannibalizing another board to get the part and if you had the skills required to repair it, you wouldn’t need to ask.
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What happens if your PC is full of dust?

Causes Computers to Overheat – Computers, as we know, generate a lot of heat from working hard to keep programs running. They have the ability to control their heat and cool down using air vents and internal fans that work to sense and regulate temperature.

• However, when dust begins to build up within the computer, this affects the vents and fan’s ability to cool itself down.
• As dust clogs the inner fan, blocks the air filters and coats the electrical components, this causes a build-up of heat inside the computer.
• Too much heat will slow the computer down, causing to crash often.

In the long run and worst-case scenario, overheating may damage a computer’s internal components and you could even lose important data if the dust causes your computer to crash.
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Is dust in PC OK?

Heat is your computer’s worst enemy. Over time, dust buildup inside your computer could undermine its cooling efficiency, resulting in shorter life spans for your computer’s components. To help keep your computer running cool, clean the inside of your computer every 6 to 12 months. Ed Rhee Step 3: Using compressed air, dust the internal components of your computer with short bursts of air. Try to remain at least a few inches away from the surface of the motherboard, memory, processor, and expansion cards. Step 4: Remove the dust buildup on your case fans with a can of compressed air. Ed Rhee Step 5: Remove the dust buildup from the power supply using a can of compressed air. If your case has a dust filter underneath the power supply, be sure to clean the filter too. Ed Rhee Step 6a: The heat sink and fan that’s mounted on your processor should be cleaned as well. Again, with a can of compressed air and using short bursts, blow the dust away from the heat sink and fan. If the buildup is too heavy, you may need to remove the heat sink and fan from the processor to get it thoroughly cleaned. Ed Rhee Arctic Silver Step 6b: To remove the thermal grease, moisten a lint-free cloth with 99 percent isopropyl alcohol, then wipe away the thermal grease from the processor and the heat sink. Less concentrated alcohol will also work but may leave a residue that could reduce the efficiency of the thermal paste or grease.

1. A commercially available thermal material remover, called ArctiClean, can be used instead of the isopropyl alcohol, and coffee filters can be used instead of a lint-free cloth.
2. Step 7: Finally, dust off all the ports on the computer with compressed air and clean all the exterior vents with rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab.

That’s it. If you keep your computer on the ground or on carpet, try to remember to clean your computer every six months or so. If your computer sits on a desk, yearly intervals should be fine. An easy way to remember to clean your computer is to schedule a cleaning at the same time as when you get your teeth cleaned.
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Does deleting stuff free up RAM?

Other Methods –

Uninstalling applications you no longer use will have a greater impact on speeding up your computer since your applications use up plenty of RAM. Removing applications you no longer need can free up RAM because you won’t be tempted to leave them running, and as a bonus, can free up hard drive space as well. Run Disk Defragmenter on your hard drive. Defragmenting finds fragmented files and combines them, making it easier for your computer to quickly find files it needs to operate, and can therefore speed up your computer. Also remember to restart your computer from time to time. This processes shuts down all processes and restarts only the ones you need, as well as fixes temporary glitches and errors that can impede efficient operation.

: Will Deleting Old Files Speed Up a PC?
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Can you clean a record needle with alcohol?

For the stylus, we recommend a mixture of 50% ethyl alcohol (or denatured alcohol) and 50% distilled water, and a soft camel hair brush. Dampen the brush with the mixture and clean the stylus by moving the brush from behind the stylus to the front of the stylus.
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Can I use alcohol to clean USB port?

You should use 95% and above alcohol as the cleaning agent. The charge port is tricky to try to clean with a q-tip. So don’t use a q-tip to clean that port. Pressurized air is the best way to clean this port.
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Is it safe to wipe electronics with alcohol?

Advertisement – From mobile phones and laptops to gaming devices and tablets, electronics form a large part of our lives. But, despite our frequent interaction with our electronics, they’re often forgotten when it comes to cleaning. Cleaning electronics with alcohol is a safe and effective method to get rid of any nasty bacteria and germs lurking, without damaging your devices.
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Can I clean my game disc with alcohol?

Download Article Download Article Game system consoles are often unable to recognize and read soiled game discs. Dust, lint, grime, and even fingerprints that find their way onto game discs can cause a system error. When cleaning discs, always use the most gentle methods first, as the same treatments that remove dirt and scratches can cause more damage if used too aggressively.

1. 1 Clean only when necessary. Clean the disc if you notice dirt or dust on the non-labeled side, or if your console or computer can’t run the disc. Frequent cleaning is unnecessary and increases the risk of scratching the disc.
2. 2 Find a soft, clean cloth. Always use a smooth-textured, lint-free material, such as cotton or microfiber cloth. Avoid rough materials such as facial tissues or paper towels. Advertisement
3. 3 Dampen a small area of the cloth. Use regular tap water to wet a small area of the cloth, then squeeze it out to remove excess water.
   • Never use household cleaning products, which can ruin the disc.
   • Disc repair products may be sold as “scratch repair” or “CD/DVD repair” products.
4. 4 Hold the game disc by its rim. Do not place your fingers on the surface of the disc. Turn the game disc so the non-labeled, reflective side faces you.
   • If the labeled side is clearly dirty, you can use this same method — but be extremely careful, as wiping the labeled side too vigorously can destroy the data on some game discs.
5. 5 Wipe the disc surface from the center outward with the wet cloth. Gently wipe the disc with the wet cloth, starting from the center hole and moving in a straight, short line to the rim. Repeat until the entire disc has been wiped.
   • Never move the cloth in circles around the disc, as this can damage it.
6. 6 Repeat with the dry area. Wipe the same side of the disc a second time. This time, use the dry portion of the cloth to remove moisture. Take care to use the same straight strokes, from the center of the disc outward. Dry wiping is more likely to scratch the disc than wet, so be extra gentle during this step.
7. 7 Wait two minutes before testing. Put the disc down with the reflective side face-up. Wait at least two minutes to allow the remaining moisture to evaporate. Once the disc is completely dry, put the disc into the disc drive of your game console or computer and check whether the problem is fixed.
   • If there are still problems, try the other methods below. If your other games also won’t run, clean your disc drive.

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1. 1 Understand the risk. Most game disc manufacturers do not recommend using anything but water, but that’s not always going to get the job done. These alternatives below are listed with the safest methods at the top, increasing in risk as you move down the list. Always use gently motions when cleaning to reduce the chance of scratches.
2. 2 Mail your disc to a repair service. If you aren’t prepared to risk damage, search online for a mail-in disc repair service in your country. These services may have buffing machines or cleaning products that are not commercially available.
3. 3 Remove fingerprints and grease with rubbing alcohol. This method will not repair scratches, but should remove grease stains. Apply a dab of isopropyl alcohol to a clean cloth, and rub the disc from the center to the rim. Carefully wipe off moisture with a dry cloth with the same motions, then let sit for two minutes so it is completely dry.
   • Since dry cloths can cause scratches, some disc owners prefer to let the disc air-dry for half an hour or more instead.
4. 4 Purchase a disc cleaner spray. If the game still won’t boot up, purchase a “disc repair” product in spray bottle form and follow the instructions on the packaging to clean the disc. This may be sold as a “CD/DVD repair” or “scratch repair” product.
   • Using a disc repair buffing wheel or other machine that comes with the disc repair product is highly discouraged, as these can cause damage.
   • Always check the warnings to make sure the product is safe for your type of disc.
5. 5 Use a non-whitening, non-tartar-control toothpaste. Toothpaste is slightly abrasive, and can polish off scratches with low risk of causing more damage. For maximum safety, avoid whitening and tartar control toothpastes, which tend to be more abrasive. Apply the toothpaste as you would water or rubbing alcohol, as described above.
   • The toothpaste must be in paste form. Don’t use a gel, liquid or powder.
   • For best results, use a toothpaste with baking soda.
6. 6 Select a safe polish. If toothpaste doesn’t work, you can move on to plastic polish, furniture polish, or metal polish. These are also slightly abrasive, but because they are not intended for game discs, there is a higher risk of damage. Always check the ingredients list for “solvents,” “petroleum,” or petroleum based products before using, as these can dissolve through the CD and destroy it.
   • Some people report that Brasso metal polish is effective, but this does contain a mild solvent. Use at your own risk.
7. 7 Use a clear wax. Deep scratches can be filled in by gently applying a clear wax, then buffing it in with a clean, dry cloth moving in straight lines from the center outward.100% carnauba wax or another non-petroleum-based, clear product is recommended.

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1. 1 Blow out dust. Use a handheld air bulb to gently blow out dust from the drive. A can of compressed air will also work, but could cause damage to delicate drives.
   • Always hold the can upright during use, or the propellant material may leak out.
2. 2 Purchase a laser lens cleaner. If your game console or computer won’t play a brand new, scratch-free disc, you may need to clean or repair its disc drive. A laser lens cleaner will only remove dust, not grease or caked-on dirt, but it’s easy to use and worth a try. Typically, this comes in two parts: a disc to be inserted into the drive, and a bottle of liquid to drip onto the disc beforehand.
   • Make sure the cleaner is designed for your type of player, such as a DVD drive or Blu-ray player. Even using a CD drive cleaner on a DVD drive could damage it.
3. 3 Clean the lens. If the steps above don’t work, and you don’t want to take the drive to a professional repair shop, you’ll need to disassemble the drive and clean the lens. If your device is still under warranty, be aware that this will likely void any chance of getting a replacement or free repair from the manufacture. If you’re prepared to take the risk, follow these steps:
   • Shut off the device and unplug it.
   • Disassemble the drive using a screwdriver. Some game console faceplates can be removed using pressure from your fingers, but do not apply force unless a guide to your specific model recommends this. Continue disassembly until the entire, round drive and surrounding areas are visible.
   • Look at the lens. This is a small, glass object. Minor scratches shouldn’t cause problems, but deep scratches could require professional treatment. More commonly, dust or grime is causing issues, in which case you can clean it:
   • Dampen a cotton or foam swab in 91%+ isopropyl alcohol. Gently wipe the lens. Allow to air dry before reassembling the drive.

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• Question How do I keep my game disc working after cleaning it? Don’t leave the disc in the console. Put it away in its original case after its use.
• Question Can a disk be cleaned if it is very scratched up? You can try to use toothpaste, but you will need a lot of it. It is not guaranteed to work for cleaning a disk that is severely scratched up.
• Question How can I get my game to work if it doesn’t have any scratches? If there is clearly nothing wrong with the disc, then it may have something to do with the console or system. Try other discs out on the same system, or the same disc on another system to help rule that out.

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• Remove the disc before moving your game console or computer, to avoid damage.
• Blot any liquid spills immediately with a soft cloth. Do not rub or wipe the liquid away as this may damage the surface of the disc.
• Store your game discs in their original plastic covers to keep them clean and safe.

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• Do not wipe off the disc with your hands; it will just make it worse.
• Soap, solvents or abrasive cleansers may cause permanent damage to your game discs.
• Do not use mechanical disc cleaners, as these devices may cause permanent damage to the surface of the game disc.
• Some discs store the data just below the label. Do not clean the labeled side unless there is obvious dirt over it, and be extremely careful when doing so.
• Don’t add tape or stickers to your disc.

Advertisement Article Summary X If you’re trying to clean a game disc that’s been scratched, start by putting a little regular toothpaste on a soft cotton or microfiber cloth. Then, hold your disc by the rim and wipe it from the center outward with the cloth.

You should wipe it a second time with a dry cloth to remove any excess moisture before you play your disc again. Alternatively, put rubbing alcohol on the cloth to clean fingerprints or grease from your disc. Want to give your disc a general cleaning? Just dampen the cloth with tap water and wipe your disc in the same way.

To learn how to get a clean disc drive to put your now-clean disc into, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 531,279 times.
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