Dell Dimension 5150, Dimension E510 User manual

Detecting Memory Issues

Symptom 1: Images on the screen appear garbled or distorted

This is a memory issue that typically occurs during the middle stages of degrading memory. The
images on-screen show weird lines up and down the screen. The images can also look
abnormally “pixelated”.

Symptom 2: Files are corrupted after saving them

This sign typically occurs when the memory issues are so bad that Read/Write functionality is
also affected. If you save a file and immediately open them up afterwards, and you see a popup
saying that the file is corrupted, That justifies moderate to mild memory issues.

Symptom 3: Computer Emits a “Beep-Code”

Ok, at this point, your memory has lost 100% of its stability and integrity and has failed.
Therefore, immediate attention is required if you want to get back up and running.