Run Memory Diagnostics [exclusive] Jun 2026

Press and hold the until the startup options window appears.

If it says "Windows Memory Diagnostic tested the computer's memory and detected no errors," your hardware is likely fine. Method 2: Apple Diagnostics (For Mac Users) run memory diagnostics

If you have multiple sticks of RAM, try running the diagnostic with only one stick installed at a time. This helps you identify exactly which stick is broken so you can replace it. Press and hold the until the startup options window appears

Your computer will restart into a blue-screen environment (not the scary kind). It will automatically start the "Standard" test. run memory diagnostics